Are you a Master’s graduate looking for fully funded PhD opportunities? Explore the range of funded PhD programs available at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Norway. Apply online now and kickstart your doctoral journey!
1. Fully Funded PhD Position in Solid-State Sodium batteries
Summary of PhD Program:
The Galileo research project (Galileo, NFR 352501, Green, electrode agnostic, polymer electrolytes for Na-ion batteries) seeks to lay the groundwork to develop fluorine free, agnostic polymers combined with fluorine free Na-ion salts for recyclable by design, safe and scalable polymer electrolytes Na-ion batteries for use in stationary storage or mobility applications. The position is affiliated to the Functional Materials and Materials Chemistry research group (FACET) (https://www.ntnu.edu/ima/research/facet ) within our department. Research activities at the department cover a range of topics including functional materials, materials chemistry, nanomaterials, ceramics, electrochemical energy technology, corrosion, physical metallurgy, and both metallurgical and electrochemical process engineering.
Application Deadline: 30th November 2024
2. Fully Funded PhD Position in Structural Geology
Summary of PhD Program:
The Department of Geosciences (IGP) at NTNU is searching for a talented PhD candidate interested in structural geology, fault mechanics, and earthquake dynamics. This PhD is focused on fault reactivation in the seismogenic regime, and in particular, deformation partitioning in active fault zones, including the evolving competition between slip on fault and deformation in the surrounding host rock. Characterizing this competition is of critical importance to constraining earthquake hazards, and understanding the evolving partitioning of the earthquake energy budget.
Application Deadline: 15th November 2024
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3. Fully Funded PhD Position in Generative Deep Learning for calorimeter simulation
Summary of PhD Program:
The goal of this project is to implement novel generative models such as Normalizing Flows and Diffusion Models based on transformers for calorimeter simulations and compare their physics performance and the computing evaluation time to more traditional deep learning generative approaches and the traditional Geant4-based simulation. Another important objective is to integrate and validate these new novel models in the fast simulation of existing LHC detectors, such as ATLAS and LHCb, so they can be used in simulation event production.
Application Deadline: 11th November 2024
4. Fully Funded PhD Position in Computational Seismology
Summary of PhD Program:
The successful candidate will work in a team dedicated to developing and using High Performance Computing tools to develop methodologies for seismic inversion and imaging with application to properties and structure of the Earths Lithosphere. The team cooperates internationally and short/long term stays with research groups outside Europe is expected.
Application Deadline: 8th November 2024
5. Fully Funded PhD Position in Plant Cell or Plant Stress Biology
Summary of PhD Program:
One PhD student position, funded for three years, is available in the Hamann research group in the ERC SYNERGY project HYDROSENSING at the Department of Biology in Trondheim (tentative starting date: 01.03.2025). The project aims to determine how plants perceive drought stress and will involve close collaborations with three other research groups in Germany, Israel and the United Kingdom. The PhD project will characterize the molecular processes responsible for induction of abscisic acid, a phytohormone modulating plant responses to drought. The work will involve either functional characterization of candidates derived from omics experiments or development and application of novel biosensors to characterize cellular processes.
Application Deadline: 7th November 2024
6. Fully Funded PhD Position in water and environmental engineering
Summary of PhD Program:
Currently, wastewater utilities install flow monitors only in places that sewer workers can reach. Robot manipulation in confined pipes with high dexterity helps fill data gaps increasing the precision of hydrodynamic models at least an order of magnitude. Those manipulators can also fix small leakages before it becomes necessary to dig up and replace pipes (often closing the traffic on highways) before they damage properties and roads. Information gathering will be boosted by autonomous inspection, detection and classification of pipe features and defects.
Application Deadline: 5th November 2024
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7. Fully Funded PhD Position in theory of multiphase flow in porous media
Summary of PhD Program:
The aim of this project is to establish a relation between local fluctuations and global response in immiscible multiphase flow in porous media. We will initially consider simplified networks consisting of a limited number of T-junctions. These T-junctions generate and remove fluid interfaces in the system, generating pressure fluctuations. In the way we envision setting up the network, the T junctions “communicate” through the pressure fluctuations only. The project will elucidate if such pressure fluctuations lead to synchronization between the T-junctions. We will then consider more complex networks moving in the direction of complex porous media.
Application Deadline: 31st October 2024
8. Fully Funded PhD Position in Polymer Science and Engineering with a focus on Conductive polymer composites
Summary of PhD Program:
Joining our team offers a unique opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research on pyroresistive polymer composites, with applications ranging from electric vehicle safety to medical devices. You will work in a supportive and innovative environment at the Department of Manufacturing and Civil Engineering of NTNU, collaborating closely with leading experts and international partners. This position is not only promising access to state-of-the-art research facilities, including micro-CT tomography and advanced polymer processing equipment, but also includes a significant period at Imperial College, London, enhancing your global research experience. With us, you will contribute to pioneering solutions for tomorrow’s challenges while advancing your academic career in a vibrant and supportive community.
Application Deadline: 31st October 2024
9. Fully Funded PhD Position in Ultra-efficient Nonlinear Integrated Photonics
Summary of PhD Program:
The objective of this work is to develop nonlinear integrated photonic circuits based on Lithium Tantalate thin films promising to revolutionize optical amplification and frequency comb generation with the goal of developing a new generation of photonic integrated devices. The candidate will develop optical design and nanofabrication concepts and methodology to realize the photonic waveguides and circuits. Furthermore, integration of photonic components with high power semiconductor lasers is envisioned to bring the tehcnologies closer to their final application.
Application Deadline: 31st October 2024
10. Fully Funded PhD Position in Engineering Geology
Summary of PhD Program:
The objective of the PhD education is to qualify for scientific research of high international standard. The PhD education has a nominal duration of three years of full-time study and includes required coursework or similar academic training comprising a minimum of 30 credits. The most important component of the PhD education is an independent scientific research project carried out under academic supervision, which results in a PhD thesis. The PhD degree is conferred based on these two elements and the doctoral examination, which consists of a trial lecture and a public defence of the scientific thesis.
Application Deadline: 25th October 2024
11. Fully Funded PhD Position in Sustainable Energy Efficiency for Waterborne Transport
Summary of PhD Program:
We are seeking highly motivated PhD candidates to contribute to a sustainable maritime industry by exploring and evaluating energy efficiency technologies (EETs) and developing decision-support tools for their effective implementation. The successful candidate will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to research, develop and implement innovative solutions to accelerate the transition to sustainable maritime industry. The proposed position is linked to the project FLEETfor55 (State-of-the-art sustainable energy efficiency technologies roadmap for waterborne transport towards the fit-for-55 guidance compliance) funded under the EC’s HORIZON-CL5-2024-D5-01-12 initiative.
Application Deadline: 22nd October 2024
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12. Fully Funded PhD Position in hydrodynamic performance analysis of ships
Summary of PhD Program:
Would you like to contribute to developing new technology for energy-efficient ships in collaboration with a leading classification society, important industry players and international collaborators, working at a leading university in marine technology? How about developing a ship operational performance indicator that will enable benchmarking of ships in a transparent and easy-to-understand way? What if you can do all this while learning about marine hydrodynamics, ship propulsion, simulations, and “big data” in the same project? Then this job is for you!
Application Deadline: 22nd October 2024
13. Fully Funded PhD Position in hybrid AI methods for ship performance modelling
Summary of PhD Program:
Would you like to work together with researchers and industry to create more accurate and self-learning methods for predicting the performance of ships in a seaway? In that way you will contribute to safer and more energy-efficient ship operations. That is a great challenge in the ongoing quest for making shipping greener and safer. Are you also interested in ships, or in artificial intelligence and machine learning? Then this job is for you!
Application Deadline: 22nd October 2024
14. Fully Funded PhD Position in Material Flow Analysis (MFA) for regional wood management
Summary of PhD Program:
The PhD candidate will be involved in the Horizon Europe project WoodStock, which supports the New European Bauhaus (NEB) initiative by developing climate-smart solutions and strategies for effective wood use, including the use of under-utilized wood resources in the construction sector. Global wood demand is expected to grow significantly over the coming decades, necessitating sustainable timber strategies beyond virgin wood. However, the amount of available under-utilized wood in the forest and building stock in the EU is not clear.
Application Deadline: 21st October 2024
15. Fully Funded PhD Position in developing battery digitalisation methods for parameter identification
Summary of PhD Program:
The overarching aim of this PhD project is to conceive and cultivate digitalized battery research in close collaboration with industry. Central to this endeavour is the exploration of whether modelling and data-driven methodologies can be effectively harnessed to augment parameterisation of battery technologies. By leveraging laboratory-acquired data, we seek to refine our experimental research focus, emphasizing computationally optimized theories and hypotheses. The creation of a digital twin for batteries holds the promise of expediting the process of theory and hypothesis testing, thereby minimizing the duration spent on less fruitful avenues of inquiry.
Application Deadline: 20th October 2024
