Modelling and Simulation of thermo-chemical process for waste to transport fuel technology with flexible feedstock(Ref: SETU_2024_108_2)

Project Key Words:  Synthetic biofuels, thermo-chemical process, gasification, pyrolysis, modelling, simulation, flexible feedstock, uncertainty quantification

Post summary:

A fully funded PhD Scholarship in the domain of thermo-chemical modelling and simulation of synthetic biofuels generation processes for transport fuel application is available at the South East Technological University (SETU), Carlow campus in collaboration with Georgia Southern University USA, SETU Waterford, SETU Wexford as well as University of Science and Technology of Hanoi, Vietnam. The study aims to develop the uncertainty quantification framework to integrate and optimise various processes (pyrolysis/gasification, liquification and refining/upgrading) to generate synthetic biofuels from flexible feedstock in Ireland and associated techno-economic analysis.

Person Specification:

Enthusiastic, self-motivated researcher with interests in thermos-chemical processes, biofuels, fuel chemistry modelling/simulation and uncertainty quantification methods. The PhD candidate should have the following qualifications, experience and competencies:

Qualifications:

Essential

·        Honours Degree (minimum 2:1) in a relevant discipline (Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering/ Chemical Engineering) from an internationally recognised institution.

Desirable

·        A Master’s level qualification in Aerospace/Mechanical/Chemical Engineering.

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

·        Knowledge of synthetic bio-fuel generation processes

·        Excellent understanding of modelling and simulations with MATLAB /python

·        Experience of design, conducting and analysis of experiments

Desirable

·        Knowledge and experience with Process modelling tools

·        Knowledge and experience with uncertainty quantification methods

·        Knowledge of techno-economic analysis

·        Peer reviewed publications

Skills & Competencies

Essential

·        Applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate on application that they meet SETU’s English language requirements and provide all necessary documentation. See Page 7 of the Code of Practice

·        In order to be shortlisted for interview, you must meet the SETU English speaking requirements so please provide evidence in your application. 

Desirable

·        Strong Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills

·        Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

·        Willingness and motivation to learn and experience new theoretical and technological areas.