With a master’s degree in environmental engineering, process technology, or chemical engineering, are you a driven researcher? There are multiple fully funded PhD posts available at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) in Germany that are devoted to creating cutting-edge nanofiltration membranes for the removal of contaminants.
This study addresses a significant worldwide issue: removing micropollutants like medications, steroid hormones, pesticides, and PFAS from water using state-of-the-art membrane filtration technologies. It is being conducted at KIT’s Institute for Advanced Membrane Technology (IAMT), a preeminent center for sustainable water treatment and membrane science. The study will look at whether next-generation nanofiltration membranes can totally eliminate a variety of pollutants, identify the processes that either make them more or less successful, and consider how to improve membrane design for better performance and selectivity.
KIT, one of the top technological colleges in Germany, is well known for its top-notch facilities and solid international partnerships. This highly competitive, fully funded PhD program provides chances for teaching, publication, and multidisciplinary interaction, opening doors to a prosperous academic or industrial career while advancing water purification worldwide.
Host Country: Germany
University: Karlsruhe Institute of Technology
Opportunity Type: PhD
Subjects: Chemical Engineering, Bioprocess Technology, Environmental Engineering
Eligibility Country: International Students
Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
Eligibility Criteria:
Required Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering
- Master’s degree in Process Engineering
- Master’s degree in Environmental Engineering or a related field
Preferred Skills and Qualifications:
- Experience with membrane filtration systems
- Strong experimental problem-solving skills
- Excellent command of English; German proficiency is an asset
- Strong academic writing and communication abilities
- Valid driver’s license
Benefits:
- position with full funding
- Possibility of employment at a top technological university in Germany
- Access to cutting-edge labs and research facilities
- Cooperation with global membrane technology specialists
- Possibilities for teaching, publishing, and attending conferences
- Professional growth and training for jobs in academia or business
Deadline: 31 October 2025
