Marie Curie Doctoral Candidate in Techno-Sustainability Analysis of Industrial Heat Pumps
Join Horizon Europe’s MSCA Industrial Doctoral Network HeatMinds to develop a framework assessing sustainability, economics, and societal acceptance of high-temperature heat pumps for industrial decarbonisation.
Best for:Best for master’s graduates in engineering, sustainability science, or environmental technology with analytical skills and a passion for interdisciplinary research on industrial decarbonisation.
Overview
This PhD position is part of the Horizon Europe-funded MSCA Industrial Doctoral Network HeatMinds, focused on advancing industrial heat decarbonisation through high-temperature heat pump technologies. Based at City, University of London, the successful candidate will conduct cutting-edge research to create a comprehensive techno-sustainability framework for evaluating industrial heat pump solutions. The role involves interdisciplinary collaboration with academic and industrial partners across Europe, contributing to project deliverables, publications, and network-wide training. Applicants should have a strong background in engineering, sustainability analysis, or a related field, with proficiency in English.
What you'll do
- Develop integrated methodologies and sustainability indicators for assessing industrial high-temperature heat pumps.
- Conduct techno-economic and environmental sustainability analyses of heat pump technologies.
- Analyse technology adoption barriers and stakeholder perspectives in industrial settings.
- Contribute to project deliverables, including technical reports and academic publications.
- Present research findings at international conferences and workshops.
- Engage in dissemination and outreach activities to promote project outcomes.
- Collaborate with academic and industrial partners across Europe on network-wide research objectives.
- Participate in training events focused on research, project management, and interdisciplinary skills.
- Support the achievement of project milestones and objectives within the MSCA framework.
Requirements
Degree required: Master’s degree or equivalent in Engineering, Sustainability Science, Environmental Technology, or a related field
Degree offered: PhD
Language: English; good proficiency (equivalent to IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 90, though not explicitly stated)
Instruction: English
- Proven analytical and research skills in sustainability or engineering domains
- Experience with quantitative methods for techno-economic or environmental assessments
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
- Ability to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams
- Familiarity with industrial energy systems or heat pump technologies (preferred but not mandatory)
- Open to applicants from any nationality (MSCA eligibility rules apply)
- No age restrictions (MSCA rules apply: typically ≤4 years full-time equivalent research experience)
- Must not have completed a PhD degree
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-25 (Europe/London)
Applicants must submit their application through the City, University of London’s official jobs portal. The application should include a CV, cover letter, academic transcripts, and a research proposal outlining how the candidate’s background aligns with the project objectives. Shortlisted candidates may be invited for an interview.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Cover letter
- Academic transcripts (BSc and MSc)
- Research proposal (1-2 pages)
- Proof of English proficiency (if applicable)
- Two reference letters (optional but recommended)
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