PhD opportunity in Chemical Engineering – Geothermal Institute, University of Auckland
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Carlo Cariaga
26 Oct 2022
The Geothermal Institute at the University of Auckland, New Zealand is seeking two PhD students to test and optimize novel technologies in NCG capture.
The Geothermal Institute (Department of Engineering Science), in collaboration with the Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering at the University of Auckland, is seeking two motivated PhD students in Chemical Engineering to work on an exciting research project “Reversing Carbon Emission in the Geothermal Energy Industry.”
The PhD’s objectives are to test and optimise two new novel chemical engineering technologies to increase the dissolution of Non-Condensable Gases (mainly CO2 and H2S) in geothermal wastewater and then facilitate a controlled permanent mineral entrapment in deep rock.
Several representative rock samples will be used to determine and understand the reactive and transport mechanisms and then control the reactions to achieve the desired outcome.
The TOUGHREACT4 reservoir simulator will be used to match and optimise the experimental results.
The Scholarship will cover:
- Tuition fee (three years), full-time only (no exceptions).
- Salary of $33,000.0 NZ pa (Tax Fee).
- $3000.0 NZ pa for research-related travel expenses.
Main Supervisor: Associate Professor Sadiq J. Zarrouk
Co-supervisors: Professor Mohammed Farid & Dr. Eylem Kaya
Who should apply?
- The applicant should have a BE/BSc (Hons) or ME/MSc in Chemical Engineering (GPA/GPE of 7 and higher).
- Applicants should have a minimum of two publications in a relevant area of research.
- Demonstrated commercial experience in Chemical Engineering (is an advantage)
- Very hard-working and self-motivated students.
- Excellent computer programing skills are essential.
- English requirements (if not first language) is IELTS 7.5 or equivalent.
- Experimental laboratory skills
- The selected candidate should start the PhD within two months of being awarded the Scholarship.
The Research Programme is committed to Matauranga Maori – the unique Maori way of viewing the world, encompassing traditional knowledge and culture and achieving an equitable environment. We aim to increase Maori representation on the international platform. Maori students are strongly encouraged to apply.
The University of Auckland actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from diverse backgrounds.
To apply, please send your CV to:
Associate Professor Sadiq J. Zarrouk
Co-Director of the Geothermal Institute
Department of Engineering Science,
Email: s.zarrouk @auckland.ac.nz
Professor Mohammed Farid
Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering.
Email: m.farid@auckland.ac.nz
The University of Auckland
Private Bag 92019, Auckland , New Zealand
Dr. Eylem Kaya
Department of Engineering Science,
Email: e.kaya@auckland.ac.nz
