University of Canterbury, New Zealand. Chemical and Process Engineering PhD Scholarship

Summary
A PhD position is available in the Department of Chemical and Process Engineering at the University of Canterbury for the following project:

Title: Desulfurization of fuel using advanced oxidation process
Subjects: Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Catalysis. Environmental and Energy

Level: PhD
Study in: New Zealand, University of Canterbury
Application Deadline: 30 Sep 2011
Amount: $25,000 per annum

Description
This project involves designing a new heterogeneous catalyst using metal organic frameworks, which is a new class of material possesses surface area and porosity surpassing activated carbon and zeolites, as the support for deep oxidative desulfurization of refractory sulfur compounds.

We are looking for hard-working and ambitious candidates with proven track record of academic achievement. Previous experience on academic research related to catalysis during undergraduate training, or equivalent, will be a clear asset.

How to Apply
Send your CV and an application letter clearly describing your experience and motivation in pursuing postgraduate study to Dr. Alex Yip . Two confidential letters of reference will be requested upon further consideration.

Eligibility

BE(Hons), BSc(Hons), ME, MSc (with either a chemical engineering or physical chemistry or material science background)

More Information

http://www.canterbury.ac.nz/ScholarshipSearch/ScholarshipDetails.aspx?ScholarshipID=6935.1323