Postdoc in Industrial Crystallization for Resource Recovery - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

Job description

Scandium is classified as a critical raw material in EU due to its increased applicability and limited supply. Scandium is often grouped among the rare earth elements as it shares many characteristics with yttrium. Scandium is a key component in several green technologies such as solid oxide fuel cells and for high strength lightweight aluminum alloys used in aerospace and other important applications in electronics, lighting and ceramics. The scandium adoption in the aviation industry is expected to increase significantly calling for increased efforts in securing a stable scandium supply. Due to the scarcity of scandium-rich ores, it becomes attractive to recover scandium from waste streams of other mining and metallurgical industries.

This position is part of a European collaboration project focusing on recovery of scandium from bauxite residues from the alumina industry. An innovative process for Sc refining will be optimized in close collaboration with industry. The postdoctoral candidate at KTH will focus on developing a sustainable process for crystallization of a scandium salt of high quality. The research project focuses on developing both the fundamental science and industrial applicability.

We seek a candidate with a background in chemical engineering or hydrometallurgy, having expertise in crystallization/ precipitation and with the ability to apply this knowledge to develop industrially applicable processes. The postdoctoral fellow is expected to be able to work both independently and together with colleagues who collaborate in the project from industry and academia in Europe.

This position is a full-time position for two years. Start date is open for discussion, but we would like to see the position filled as soon as possible. The project is funded by EIT Raw Materials.

What we offer

• A position at a leading technical university that generates knowledge and skills for a sustainable future
• Engaged and ambitious colleagues along with a creative, international and dynamic working environment
• Works in Stockholm, in close proximity to nature
• A close collaboration with industry and research groups in Europe
• Help to relocate and be settled in Sweden and at KTH

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Qualifications

Requirements

• A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree, This eligibility requirement must be met no later than the time the employment decision is made. 

Preferred qualifications

• A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree, obtained within the last three years prior to the application deadline

• Strong expertise in chemical engineering or a related subject
• Strong academic credentials and scientific proficiency
• Strong laboratory/ instrumental skills
• Excellent written and spoken English
• Awareness of diversity and equal treatment issues with a particular focus on gender equality

Personal competency

• Research expertise
• Teaching abilities
• Collaborative abilities
• Independence
• Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills
• Awareness of diversity and equal opportunity issues, with specific focus on gender equality

In addition, the candidate should have an analytical approach, a pedagogical ability and possess a curiosity, a drive and the ability to maintain a well-organized work environment. 

Great emphasis will be placed on personal competency

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Application

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Your complete application must be received at KTH no later than the last day of application, midnight CET/CEST (Central European Time/Central European Summer Time).

About the employment

The position offered is for, at the most, two years.

A position as a postdoctoral fellow is a time-limited qualified appointment focusing mainly on research, intended as a first career step after a dissertation.

Others

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