Are you holding Master’s degree and looking for fully funded PhD positions? Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Norway invites online application for multiple funded PhD Programs / fully funded PhD positions in various research areas.
Candidates interested in fully funded PhD positions can check the details and may apply as soon as possible. Interested and eligible applicants may submit their online application for PhD programs via the University’s Online Application Portal.
1. Fully Funded PhD Position in life-cycle assessment (LCA) of more sustainable agriculture and food systems
Summary of PhD Program:
We seek two candidates that are strongly motivated to study the interactions across space and time between climate change mitigation, sustainable land and resource management, and agricultural systems. The main objective is to improve existing methods of environmental sustainability analysis (mostly for climate change, nutrients, sustainable production and consumption) and apply them to case studies that are relevant for the transition to a more sustainable agricultural system. The candidates will perform both methodological and applied research, and will have the opportunity to attend a PhD program with access to the most up-to-date approaches in Life-Cycle Assessment (LCA), interact with the major global experts in the field, and collaborate with national and international industries.
Application Deadline: 29th February 2024
2. Fully Funded PhD Position in Molecular Dynamic Simulations for Thermo-chemical Plastic Recycling
Summary of PhD Program:
Plastic pollution is a significant concern and drives the development of new recycling technologies. Food packaging is a main contributor to plastic waste due to its short lifespan. These package materials often consist of multilayer polymer films and composites. Once discarded, multipolymer materials cannot be sorted into the homogeneity needed for classical plastic recycling and hence are, as of today, not recyclable on a large scale. High-temperature gasification is a promising method for recycling these mixed wastes. By subjecting the plastics to temperatures of 800°C, the organic structure of the plastic is broken down. The resulting product gas can be reacted into new mono- and polymers of the same quality as fossil-based plastics, a prerequisite for creating a circular plastic economy.
Application Deadline: 27th February 2024
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3. Fully Funded PhD Position in Medicine
Summary of PhD Program:
We seek a talented and enthusiastic person with some prior experience in medicine, epidemiology, public health and/or biostatistics. In this project, we will investigate the association between impaired hearing and long-term risk for cardiovascular disorders by linking data from the longitudinal, population-based HUNT study to several registers and other health records. The HUNT Study is one of the largest prospective population-based studies ever conducted based on clinical examinations.
Application Deadline: 27th February 2024
4. Fully Funded PhD Position in Digital Twin for Circular Built Environment
Summary of PhD Program:
The Department of Manufacturing and Civil Engineering at NTNU in Gjøvik seeks a PhD candidate for a circular economy and wood-based construction position. This position aims to optimize circular value chains for wood-based materials by promoting sustainable wood use and ensuring transparent material tracking using digital technologies. The project seeks to improve sustainability, traceability, and efficiency in the circular built environment and meet the demand for recyclable materials by implementing a circular economy in the wood-based construction industry. The goal of the position is for the candidate to obtain a doctoral degree and improve circularity in the wood-based construction industry. The duration of the PhD position is three years.
Application Deadline: 27th February 2024
5. Fully Funded PhD Position in Characterization of Electric Insulation Systems under Power Electronic Converter Stresses
Summary of PhD Program:
The Department of Electric Energy (IEL) at NTNU has a vacancy for a full-time 100% position as a Ph.D. candidate within the field of measurement and modeling of electric field stresses in non-linear materials under power electronics converter stresses. During the last decades power electronic converters (PECs) have been introduced to control and transform electric power – and permeate society for numerous applications: zero-emission transport, renewable energy, and transmission. The PEC is a key technology to succeed with the electrification of society and reach the climate goals set out by the EU and UN. PECs function as on/off switches, resulting in sharp-edged square wave voltages with a high repetition rate.
Application Deadline: 26th February 2024
6. Fully Funded PhD Position in MISSION-CCS project
Summary of PhD Program:
We are looking for a PhD candidate for the MISSION-CCS (Material Science Innovation for Accelerated, Sustainable and Safe Implementation of Carbon Capture and Storage) project that will provide a bespoke training environment for 13 Doctoral Candidate Researchers (DCRs), focussed on understanding and mitigating material degradation phenomena across the entire CCS chain. MISSION-CCS is a Marie Sklodowska-Curie Actions Doctoral Network (MSCA-DN) program.
Application Deadline: 25th February 2024
7. Fully Funded PhD Position in MISSION-CCS project
Summary of PhD Program:
This Ph.D. project (DCR8) will investigate the structural degradation and the corresponding mechanical response of the sealing caprocks of CCS reservoirs in response to CO2 exposure under realistic subsea conditions of high pressure and elevated temperature. Using state-of-the-art microscopy and X-ray computed tomography (CT) methods, the long-term structural and mechanical effects of CO2 in its liquid or supercritical phase on rocks will be investigated. Such studies require resolution in space and time (“4D CT”), which is experimentally challenging.
Application Deadline: 25th February 2024
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8. Fully Funded PhD Position in Remote Maritime Operations
Summary of PhD Program:
One example is new technology onboard ships that open up for new, and more direct, forms of onshore involvement in operations. This involvement will also include suppliers of technology and the clients / customers that are paying for the operation. Compared to operations that are run locally, remote operations demand new ways of performing, coordinating and controlling work. Such changes to the operations can affect the safety and the efficiency of the operations both positively and negatively, and further knowledge is needed to better understand and potentially improve the organization of operations.
Application Deadline: 25th February 2024
9. Fully Funded PhD Position in Electricity Transmission to Accelerate Norway’s Energy System Decarbonization
Summary of PhD Program:
The position is connected to the FME Norwegian Centre for Energy Transition Strategies (NTRANS), a multidisciplinary national research centre studying transitions in the energy sector and related sectors. The FME NTRANS is a collaboration between 8 Norwegian research institutions and over 30 user partners from the industry and the public sector. Key research areas are the future energy system, active consumers and distributed solutions, deep decarbonisation and sector couplings, and accelerating the energy transition. The position is linked to Research Area 3 “Future Energy Systems” within FME NTRANS.
Application Deadline: 21st February 2024
10. Fully Funded PhD Position in Characterization of Fast Elongating Short Commutating Arcs in MVDC Circuit Breakers
Summary of PhD Program:
The use of fossil fuels and the emission of greenhouse gases (GHG) into the atmosphere must be minimized as fast as possible to reach a climate-neutral society by 2050. A vital prerequisite of the de-carbonization is the rapid growth of renewables. In 2050 more than 60 % of electrical power is expected to come from wind and solar, both significantly more remote located than traditional thermal power generation. To achieve this, efficient grid-integration of renewables across Europe and globally requires the development of high-power transmission systems and components, and more specifically Medium Voltage DC (MVDC) and High Voltage DC (HVDC) switchgear.
Application Deadline: 19th February 2024
11. Fully Funded PhD Position in Adaption of the Electric Energy System for Large-scale Hydrogen Production in Norway
Summary of PhD Program:
The work of this position will be associated with the research centre FME HYDROGENi, which is a collaborative project involving NTNU, SINTEF, IFE, Equinor, ABB, Yara, NEL, Statnett and many more. The prospective candidate will be part of a project team that works in the research area “Integrating Activity (IA) – Enabling a sustainable hydrogen economy” and will also collaborate closely with related PhDs and researchers in other parts of the centre, and in particular within “Green H2 production”. The main question is how large-scale hydrogen production installations (e.g. electrolyser, fuel-cells, compressors, storage) will interact with the Norwegian energy system, both as a challenge (increased power/energy demand) and as a supporter (supplier of grid services).
Application Deadline: 19th February 2024
12. Fully Funded PhD Position in hydro-morphodynamical modelling
Summary of PhD Program:
This specific PhD project focuses on the hydro-morphodynamical modelling. Longshore sediment transport has a significant impact on the morphological changes of the coast. Such changes may lead to critical conditions for cross-shore sediment transport and contribute to soil instability and coastal protection failures. In order to account for the large-scale sediment transport under wave and current effects, a computationally efficient numerical model will be used. The simulated large-scale morphological evolution can be used to identify extreme sediment transport events and connected to the particle framework.
Application Deadline: 18th February 2024
13. Fully Funded PhD Position in implementation of net-zero emission initiatives for buildings
Summary of PhD Program:
The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering is looking for a PhD candidate within the topic of net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions initiatives in building planning, construction and management. The position is related to the international research project IEA EBC Annex 89 which focuses on the pathways and actions needed to implement whole life-cycle based net-zero GHG emissions from buildings in policy and practice. Your main supervisor will be associate professor Freja Nygaard Rasmussen.
Application Deadline: 18th February 2024
14. Fully Funded PhD Position in control and optimization for energy management
Summary of PhD Program:
The research topic is control and optimization for new energy systems, where several power sources, including renewables and storage, are integrated for reduced CO2 emissions. The specific case is energy management for new energy systems on the Norwegian continental shelf. The research will take place in a research group at a high international level, employing and developing methods for control, optimization and learning at the research forefront. The position is sponsored by the company OKEA ASA, through the BRU21 program. BRU21 is NTNU’s Research and Innovation Program focusing on Digital and Automation Solutions for the Offshore Energy Industry.
Application Deadline: 18th February 2024
15. Fully Funded PhD Position in Urban Facility Management
Summary of PhD Program:
Are you passionate about research, driven by a clear understanding of its purpose and significance in shaping a meaningful and impactful life? Are you seeking a transformative journey and viewing a Ph.D. as a marathon that blends academic and technical expertise with practical and life skills? We are seeking an enthusiastic and creative candidate to join our research team in exploring the untapped potential of Urban Facility Management in contributing to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and addressing the intricate challenges embedded in contemporary governance mechanisms.
Application Deadline: 18th February 2024
16. Fully Funded PhD Position in Fire safety in buildings with timber structures
Summary of PhD Program:
Timber can be used as a structural material in both small and large buildings and has many advantages. Buildings with timber structures can contribute to fulfilling some of the sustainable development goals set up by the United Nations. Timber is, however, combustible and can contribute to the growth and spread of fires in buildings. More knowledge is needed to fully understand the effect of the timber structure on the fire development, and to enable efficient and practical solutions to meet fire safety requirements for large buildings with timber structures.
Application Deadline: 18th February 2024
17. Fully Funded PhD Position in H2-Based Sustainable Propulsion Systems
Summary of PhD Program:
The proposed PhD position is connected to the Centre for environment-friendly energy research – FME HYDROGENi, and dedicated to RA-3 – End-use technologies. In HYDROGENi, you will find an exceptional portfolio of industrial and academic partners, centered around NTNU and SINTEF and including broad industries covering the hydrogen value chain. The PhD position is proposed for the development of sustainable power and propulsion systems for marine vessels to realize zero-emission and efficient operation. This will be achieved thanks to hybrid and electrified energy solutions incorporating Hydrogen fuel cells and energy storages, as well as intelligent control systems for energy management and optimization.
Application Deadline: 16th February 2024
18. Fully Funded PhD Position in the area of solar silicon recycling
Summary of PhD Program:
We are seeking candidates with strong interest in metallurgical processes holding Master degree in materials science and engineering. The PhD research is about the solar silicon recycling from End of Life (EoL) PV modules. The research activities are in an EU project (Apollo) in Horizon Europe program. In Apollo a variety of commercial products are produced from EoL-PV modules through the cooperation of many research organizations and in different industries, in a large consortium from Europe.
Application Deadline: 15th February 2024
19. Fully Funded PhD Position in Re-valuing urban heritage to increase cities’ readiness to face climate change
Summary of PhD Program:
This PhD position will revolve around urban heritage and adaptation measures for the climate-neutral, inclusive, and beautiful transformation of cities and communities, thus applying the New European Bauhaus (NEB) principles and values with specific emphasis on the neighbourhood scale. More specifically, the PhD Candidate will develop new knowledge and tools to better capture how the conservation and reuse of cultural heritage can increase Urban Readiness Level (URL) to face climate change. In this manner, the PhD will inform evidence-based decision-making, foster the uptake of measurable impacts in European cities, and, ultimately, contribute to re-valuing urban planning and design in the face of climate change.
