Research Associate in Numerical Modelling of Electrochemical Carbon Capture Processes

Heriot-Watt University are seeking a creative and motivated post-doctoral researcher to work as part of their international and multidisciplinary team on the CETP-funded DRIVE (“Deep Removal of CO₂and Innovative Electrification concepts”) project (https://drive-CO2.eu).

DRIVE is a pioneering project at the forefront of combating climate change by focusing on CO₂capture in industrial settings. Aligned with the ambitious goals set by the Clean Energy Transition Partnership (CETP) Strategic Research and Innovation Agenda (SRIA) and in harmony with the European Union’s commitment to achieve climate neutrality by 2050, DRIVE aims to revolutionise the way we approach carbon emissions. Transition Initiative 3 (TRI3) under the CETP framework emphasises enabling climate neutrality through the adoption of cutting-edge technologies such as Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) or Carbon Capture and Utilization (CCU). DRIVE specifically targets the initial stages of CCS and CCU chains, with a primary focus on enhancing CO₂ capture to facilitate negative emissions. DRIVE’s approach is rooted in innovation and collaboration.

Heriot-Watt understand that achieving high-performance CO₂capture systems requires the integration of advanced solvent formulations and optimised processes. Through holistic modelling and a synergistic understanding of solvent attributes, DRIVE enables efficient and reliable scaling up of deep removal processes, paving the way for a sustainable future.

The successful candidate will be mainly contributing to the development of models for electrochemical-based carbon capture processes.

The successful applicant must hold a PhD (or about to obtain) in chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, physics or related discipline (e.g.  mathematics or other engineering) with background and demonstrable expertise in numerical modelling. The post is available from 1st September 2024 for 12 months in the first instance and could be extended further.

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