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PhD in Chemical Engineering: Chemical looping technologies for a low-carbon energy future.

August 31, 2025

**Job Description**
This Ph.D. project focuses on the development of novel chemical looping technologies essential for a low-carbon energy future, particularly for efficient and scalable chemical conversion processes like low-carbon hydrogen production. Funded by the Royal Academy of Engineering, the project will involve the selection of appropriate reactions for chemical looping reactors, the design and fabrication of oxygen carrier materials (OCMs), the design and operation of the reactor, and a comprehensive evaluation of the economics and impact of these transformative technologies for the chemical industry.

**Skills & Abilities**
• Enthusiasm for research
• Ability to think and work independently
• Excellent analytical skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• IELTS score of 6.5 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in all sub-skills (for applicants whose first language is not English)

**Qualifications**
Required Degree(s) in:
• Chemical Engineering
• Chemistry
• Materials Science

**Experience**
Other:
• At least a 2:1 Honours degree, or international equivalent
• ATAS (Academic Technology Approval Scheme) clearance certificate for international applicants (if required)

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Experience
Other: • At least a 2:1 Honours degree, or international equivalent • ATAS (Academic Technology Approval Scheme) clearance certificate for international applicants (if required)
Work Level
Ph.D
Employment Type
Scholarship
Salary
Annual Salary: £20,780 (tax-free) Benefits: 100% fees covered, full studentship
Valid Until
October 31, 2025
Details
Full-time Duration: 3.5 years
School / Department / Center / Lab
• School of Engineering
Supervisor(s)
Professor Ian S. Metcalfe Dr Wenting Hu
Supervisor Email
i.s.metcalfe@newcastle.ac.uk
Newcastle University
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Industry
Education
Phone
+44 (0)191 208 6000 +44 (0)191 208 **** Show
Location
Newcastle-upon-Tyne

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