PhDEnvironmental Engineering
| Study location | Lithuania, Vilnius, On Campus |
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| Academic field | Environmental science (ISCED 422) Environmental engineering (JACS H220) |
| Type | Doctoral, full-time |
| Nominal duration | 4 years (30 ECTS) |
| Study language | English |
| Awards | PhD (PhD candidate position in “Research of biomass with environmentally friendly additives and development of technology for improving the metagenesis process and biogas upgrading”) |
| Course code | Environmental Engineering T004 |
| Tuition fee | €12,449 per year Part-time studies (6-year) 8 229,00 |
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| Application fee | €100 one-time |
| Entry qualification | Postgraduate diploma (or higher) The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original. You must take verified copies of the entry qualification documents along with you when you finally go to the university. |
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| Language requirements | English International applicants to whom English is not a native language need to provide a proof of their English language proficiency. Exceptions are made only for applicants who have completed their previous studies fully in English. One of the following is accepted: |
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| Other requirements | At least 2 reference(s) should be provided. A relevant portfolio is required. Please upload your research proposal including the abstract, literature review, research objectives, research questions, methodology and bibliography. - Certified copies of the Master’s degree diploma and its supplement with grades or higher education equivalent to it; |
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Overview
PhD candidate position in “Research of biomass with environmentally friendly additives and development of technology for improving the metagenesis process and biogas upgrading”
Open application for a doctoral candidate in the Technological sciences Environmental Engineering field
The doctoral candidate position is available in the Environmental Engineering Faculty Department of Environmental Protection and Water Engineering. Applicants interested in other research topics related to biogas production and upgrading are also welcome to apply.
Research topic description
The work will consider the processes of methanogenesis occurring in the anaerobic treatment of biomass in bioreactors. To improve the production of methane, various environmentally friendly biodegradable additives and inoculums will be applied. During the research, new knowledge will be obtained about the preparation of raw materials with environmentally friendly additives for biogas production, and the quantitative and qualitative composition of biogas when processing plant waste with environmentally friendly additives. The physicochemical, and microbiological properties of the raw material and the digestate will be determined. Studies will be carried out on biogas treatment from carbon dioxide (CO2) and hydrogen sulphide (H2S) using environmentally friendly biodegradable additives. Based on research, a complex technology will be developed aimed not only at improving the quality of biogas at its production stage but also at the processing of the resulting biogas.
The selected candidate will work on the PhD thesis under the supervision of Assoc. Prof. Dr Alvydas Zagorskis. The successful applicant will have to attend scientific conferences, meetings and internships at the other universities.
Requirements
• Required background: master’s studies in the field of environmental engineering, environmental protection or other related fields. Scientific articles and participation in scientific conferences would be an advantage.
• Expected skills and knowledge: ability to master equipment for physicochemical and microbiological research. Master and apply mathematical models for environmental processes. Have basic knowledge in the fields of environmental component pollution research pollution reduction technologies, and renewable energy resources.
It is a prerequisite that you can be present at and accessible to the institution daily.
For more information
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview. The position may not be opened if no qualified candidate is found. Additional information regarding the post may be obtained from Assoc. Prof. Dr Alvydas Zagorskis, e-mail: alvydas.zagorskis@vilniustech.lt
Programme structure
The PhD programme consists of:
· Independent research under supervision;
· Courses for PhD students (approximately 30 ECTS credits);
· Participation in research networks, including placements at other, primarily foreign, research institutions;
· Teaching or another form of knowledge dissemination, which is related to the PhD topic when possible;
· The completion of a PhD thesis.
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