PhD Positions in Membrane Science and Molecular Engineering, EU Project Photobrane, UNICAL and CNR-ITM, Rende (CS), Italy
WE ANNOUNCE THREE FULLY-FUNDED PHD POSITIONS IN MEMBRANE SCIENCE AND MOLECULAR ENGINEERING UNDER THE EU PROJECT: PHOTOBRANE – MARIE SKŁODOWSKA-CURIE DOCTORAL NETWORK (HORIZON-MSCA-2023-DN-01) OPENED BY THE INSTITUTE ON MEMBRANE TECHNOLOGY (CNR-ITM) AND THE UNIVERSITY OF CALABRIA, IN ITALY.
The European project PhotoBrane – “Photo-switchable ultra-thin membranes for molecular separation”. is a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Doctoral Network (MSCA-DN) aiming to train a new generation of researchers in advanced materials and gas separation, combining experimental and computational approaches.
More info on the Project PhotoBrane is available at the following link
The CNR-ITM is seeking motivated Doctoral Researchers to join its internationally recognized membrane science group. Successful candidates will develop and study light-responsive membranes, employing both experimental and computational approaches with applications in energy, environmental protection, and gas purification.
Application deadline: September 12, 2025 at 12:00 CEST
How to apply:
Research Topics:
- CNR-DR10: Novel methods for gas permeation measurements under different illumination regimes
- CNR-DR12: Preparation and characterization of photo-switchable 2D membranes
- CNR-DR14: Molecular modeling of mixed-matrix membranes for gas separation
For more info about the topics CNR-DR10 & CNR-DR12 contact Dr. Johannes Carolus Jansen by email:This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
For more info about the topic CNR-DR14 contact Dr. Elena Tocci by email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Start date: November 1st, 2025
Duration: 3 years
Mobility: Mandatory secondments at European partner institutions
