PhD Position Zeolites for PFAS Removal from Concentrated Waste Streams
TU DelftDelft, South Holland, Netherlands
Posted April 23, 2026
36708 - 46572 EUR
Full Time
About the Company
Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) is a top international university combining science, engineering and design. It delivers world class results in education, research and innovation to address challenges in the areas of energy, climate, mobility, health and digital society.
Job Description
Take on the global environmental challenge to effectively removing PFAS from concentrated waste streams using innovative, tailored zeolites. The PhD position is embedded in the recently funded NWO Perspektief project BlueVantage, connecting a diverse group of academics and societal stakeholders to inform safe and circular water (re)use across the water sector.
Requirements
- A Master's degree in Water Treatment, Environmental Engineering or related field.
- Laboratory skills for basic water analysis.
- Data analysis skills for statistical analysis and data visualization and willingness to improve these.
- Initiative and engineering spirit to solve problems hands-on.
- Good communication skills to communicate with supervisor and colleagues.
Benefits
- A PhD position in a dynamic and international environment.
- A salary of €3059 - €3881 gross per month, increasing from the first year to the fourth year based on a fulltime contract (38 hours), plus 8% holiday allowance and an end-of-year bonus of 8.3%
- A customisable compensation package, discounts on health insurance, and a monthly work costs contribution.