Monday, October 5, 2015

PhD Position - Environmental Chemistry / Analytical Chemistry

The offered PhD position will be linked directly to the research activity within the national research Centre CtrlAQUA, a Centre for research-based innovation (SFI) where the Department of Chemistry at the NT faculty stands as partner among several others. CtrlAQUA is coordinated by NOFIMA. The vision for the CtrlAQUA Centre is to achieve a paradigm shift in the salmon farming through innovative solutions that support further expansion of Norwegian aquaculture, thus ensuring Norway's position as a world leading supplier of aquaculture expertise, technology and sustainable seafood. More information about the center can be found here

The research activity in the current fellow position includes the development and the establishment of procedures for water quality monitoring in terms of prioritized chemical parameters in closed farms. Long-term stability and quality of sensor measurements related to parameters such as CO2, pH, nitrate, nutrients and trace elements will be of major importance. The PhD student is expected to work mainly with the optimization of procedures for the maintenance of existing sensors (optical and electrochemical), the development of sensor protection systems, sensor development and quality assurance.
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Desired skills and experience

To qualify for the position, a master's degree in chemistry within the field of analytical chemistry and / or nanotechnology, or education at the equivalent level, with very good results is required. We are looking for a positive and creative personality who can work independently and consistently on the research project. The candidate should be able to take initiative, work goal-oriented, tackle challenges, enjoy interdisciplinary research and take keen interest in learning and working in teams. The position requires spoken and written fluency in the English language. Applicants from non-English-speaking countries outside Europe must document English skills by an approved test. Approved tests are TOEFL, IELTS and Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) or Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE).

The regulations for PhD programs at NTNU state that a Master degree or equivalent with at least 5 years of studies and an average grade of A or B within a scale of A-E for passing grades (A best) for the two last years of the MSc is required and C or higher of the BSc. Candidates from universities outside Norway are kindly requested to send a Diploma Supplement or a similar document, which describes in detail the study and grade system and the rights for further studies associated with the obtained degree:
http://ec.europa.eu/education/tools/diploma-supplement_en.htm
Teaching assignments will be connected to courses given at the department's basic course / program. It is also essential that the candidate has relevant experience in education.

About the employer

The Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) creates knowledge for a better world and solutions that can change everyday life. On 1 January 2016, NTNU will merge with the University Colleges of Ålesund, Gjøvik and Sør-Trøndelag. The merger will give us more comprehensive educational offerings and larger research environments. Together, our four institutions will create Norway's most exciting, innovative and largest university.
Faculty of Natural Sciences and Technology
Information about the department
At present the Department of Chemistry has 11 professors, 10 associate professors, 3 adjunct professors, 7 post docs and about 26 PhD research fellows.
The Department of Chemistry has research activities within environmental chemistry, analytical chemistry, organic chemistry, applied theoretical chemistry and structural inorganic chemistry. Research activities within environment chemistry / analytical chemistry include the study of the occurrence, transport and interactions of contaminants, nutrients and other biologically or environmentally relevant compounds in soil, water, air and the biosphere. Sensor development and development of analytical procedures for use in environmental and industrial monitoring represent a major part of our research activities. More information about the department of Chemistry click here
Reference number: NT-59/15

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