Marie Curie Doctoral Candidate in Techno-Sustainability Analysis of Industrial Heat Pumps
Join the Horizon Europe MSCA HeatMinds network to develop a comprehensive framework assessing sustainability, economics, and social viability of industrial high-temperature heat pumps.
Best for:Best for recent graduates with a strong background in engineering, environmental science, or related fields, seeking to contribute to sustainable technology solutions through interdisciplinary research.
Overview
City, University of London is recruiting a Doctoral Candidate for the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Industrial Doctoral Network HeatMinds, funded under Horizon Europe. This three-year PhD position focuses on industrial heat decarbonisation through innovative high-temperature heat pump technologies. The successful candidate will conduct research on the techno-economic, environmental, and social sustainability of these technologies, developing integrated assessment methodologies and sustainability indicators. The role involves collaboration with academic and industrial partners across Europe, participation in network-wide training, and contributing to project deliverables, publications, and dissemination activities. This position is ideal for candidates passionate about sustainable engineering and interdisciplinary research.
What you'll do
- Develop integrated assessment methodologies and sustainability indicators for evaluating industrial high-temperature heat pumps.
- Conduct research on the techno-economic, environmental, and social sustainability of these technologies.
- Analyze technology adoption and stakeholder perspectives to inform sustainable deployment strategies.
- Contribute to project deliverables, publications, and presentations at international conferences.
- Engage in dissemination and outreach activities to promote research findings.
- Collaborate with academic and industrial partners across Europe within the HeatMinds network.
- Participate in network-wide training events to enhance research and professional skills.
- Support the achievement of project milestones and objectives within the MSCA framework.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field
Degree offered: PhD
Language: English; proficiency required for research and collaboration
Instruction: English
- Strong analytical and research skills in engineering or environmental science
- Ability to develop and apply sustainability assessment methodologies
- Experience with data analysis and modeling techniques
- Proficiency in conducting interdisciplinary research
- Collaborative skills for working with academic and industrial partners
- Open to candidates from any nationality
- No specific residency or age restrictions mentioned
- No prior experience caps mentioned
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-25T23:59:59 (Europe/London)
Applicants must submit their application through the university’s careers portal. Ensure your CV, cover letter, and any required academic documents are included. The application process involves reviewing qualifications and research fit within the MSCA network.
- CV
- Cover letter
- Bachelor’s degree certificate and transcripts
- Proof of English proficiency (if applicable)
Contact
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