PhD Student in Environmental Science & Technology

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The Department of Biology and Environmental Science is part of the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences. The research activities within this multidisciplinary department include the areas of aquatic ecology, cell and organism biology, evolutionary biology, microbiology, environmental science and environmental engineering as well as zoonotic ecology.

 

PhD Student in Environmental Science & Technology with special emphasis in Utilizing Microorganisms for Metal Recovery from Mining and Metallurgical Operations.

Project title: Bio electrochemical systems for metal production 

The research project: This position is within a collaborative EU project proposing a sustainable alternative for metal recovery using microorganisms.

Applicants should have a minimum of a good undergraduate degree although candidates with a Master Degree (240hp/240ECTS) or corresponding experience would be at an advantage. Documented evidence of research in microbial fuel cells, bio electrochemistry, or environmental technology would also be an advantage. Basic requirements for post-graduate studies are laid out in the Swedish Higher Education Ordinance (Högskoleförordningen), Chapter 7.

 

The PhD studies are limited to 4 years (100%) but may be extended to 5 years through teaching at the undergraduate level. The starting date for the PhD education will be in autumn 2014. The position is located in Kalmar. For further information please contact Docent Mark Dopson (mark.dopson@lnu.se), +46-480-447334, Head of Department Tommy Claesson, +46-480-446258 (tommy.claesson@lnu.se) or Personnel Officer Ulrika Petersson (ulrika.petersson@lnu.se) +46-480- 446996.

Union representatives may be contacted via the university switchboard at +46-772-288000.

The application (in English) should contain a CV (with telephone and e-mail), documentation of exams and grades, a description of motivation and experiences relevant to the research project and any other documentation (including industrial experience) that the applicant would like to present. The candidates should also organize at least two letters of recommendation (with the author’s telephone number and e-mail). Application should arrive no later than 23 June, 2014. Mark your application with reference number PA 2014/276-2.2.1

 


Please apply by clicking on the "Apply" button at the bottom of the ad. The credentials you invoke must be verified with certification and they must be attached digitally in your application. The application and other documents to be marked with the reference number. All documents cited must be received by the University no later than 24.00 on the closing day.