Project Description: The Circular Process Engineering (CPE) Laboratory at Dalhousie University invites applications for multiple funded PhD positions in the field of waste and biomass valorization. The research will focus on converting agricultural and food sector waste and biomass into value-added products, such as biofuels, adsorbents, and nutrients, through thermal and chemical processes. This is a highly interdisciplinary research initiative at the intersection of Chemical and Biological Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Industrial Engineering, and we welcome applicants from these fields.

If you are passionate about waste and biomass valorization and enjoy collaborative, interdisciplinary research, we encourage you to apply. This opportunity is open to Canadian citizens, permanent residents of Canada, and international applicants with relevant engineering backgrounds. We are committed to promoting Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (EDIA) as a cornerstone of our research and community. We strive to create and sustain an equitable, diverse, and inclusive environment that fosters innovation through a wide range of ideas and experiences. We encourage individuals from underrepresented groups—including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, and people with disabilities—to apply.

What We Offer: Successful candidates will join a supportive and dynamic research environment designed to promote their academic and professional growth. We tailor our technical and professional development training to align with each student's career goals and personal development. In addition to attending conferences and events, candidates will have the opportunity to collaborate with industry partners, gaining hands-on experience and insights into real-world applications of their research.

At Dalhousie University’s Faculty of Engineering, PhD students are required to complete a minimum of four courses, a comprehensive examination, and a thesis defense over a period of 3 to 5 years. Graduate students also have access to health and dental plans, subsidized local transit, and other services. For more information about PhD programs, benefits, and services, please visit the Faculty of Graduate Studies, Faculty of Engineering, and Dalhousie University International Centre webpages.

Required Qualifications:

·        MSc degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Environmental Engineering.

·        Minimum GPA of 85/100 (or equivalent).

·        Proof of English language proficiency (either through prior training or an English language exam).

Preferred Qualifications (considered assets):

·        Research experience in material characterization, pyrolysis, modeling and simulation (Aspen Hysys, COMSOL, ANSYS Fluent, MATLAB).

·        Experience with Techno-economic Analysis, Life Cycle Analysis, and Artificial Intelligence.

How to Apply: To apply, please complete the online form linked below. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.