PhD in Cleaning-in-Place (CIP) Cycles and Dairy Processing Hygiene
Investigate cleaning-in-place parameters to optimize hygiene efficiency in dairy manufacturing.
Best for:Best for engineering or food science graduates interested in industrial R&D and process optimization.
Overview
This PhD position at Université Claude-Bernard-Lyon 1 focuses on studying the correlation between cleaning-in-place (CIP) cycle parameters and cleaning efficiency in dairy processing environments. Operating under a CIFRE industrial partnership framework, the project bridges academic research with industrial application to improve hygiene protocols. The successful candidate will conduct experimental studies, analyze cleaning performance data, and collaborate closely with industrial partners. Applicants are expected to hold a relevant master's degree and demonstrate a strong background in engineering or food science.
What you'll do
- Design and execute experimental protocols to evaluate cleaning-in-place (CIP) cycles in dairy environments
- Analyze the correlation between various operational parameters and cleaning efficiency
- Collaborate with industrial partners to implement and test findings in real-world settings
- Process and interpret complex experimental data sets
- Prepare scientific reports, conference papers, and peer-reviewed journal articles
Requirements
Degree required: Master's degree in Engineering, Food Science, or related field
Degree offered: PhD
Language: Proficiency in French and/or English as required by the host institution and project needs
Instruction: French / English
- Strong background in process engineering or food processing
- Experience with experimental design and data analysis
- Ability to work effectively in an industrial-academic collaborative environment
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-30
Submit your application through the official doctoral application portal before the specified deadline.
- CV
- Cover letter
- BSc + MSc transcripts
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