Postdoctoral Researcher in Life Cycle Analysis for Energy and Chemical Technologies

CONTEXT OF THE PROJECT

Applications are invited to fill the position of postdoctoral researcher focusing on life cycle assessment of chemical and energy technologies and their integration, including district heating and cooling, carbon capture technologies, fuel refinement technologies, solar and wind energy systems, thermal energy storage technologies, energy storage, nuclear energy and future energy carriers such as e fuels, hydrogen, etc. The PostDoc will be involved in the projects conducted by all three research groups of the Department of Energy Technology.

We are looking for a motivated candidate to join the project aimed to investigate application of LCA (Life Cycle Assessment) approach for integration of modern energy and chemical technologies.

Content of work:

• Carry out research and studies related to LCA method application for energy and chemical technologies.
• Preparation of scientific reports and studies.
• Publication of results in high-ranking good journals and scientific conferences.
• Supervision of graduate and PhD students.
• Conducting lectures related to the Department's teaching portfolio.
• Preparing applications for funding projects.
• Participation in the ongoing projects of the Department.

The postdoctoral researcher participates in the research and development work 70-80% of the working time, and in teaching and other department´s activities 20-30% of the working time.

Additional information about the position: Prof. Anna Volkova, the Head of the Research Group of Smart District Heating Systems and Integrated Assessment Analysis of Greenhouse Gases Emissions, anna.volkova@taltech.ee.

PhD degree

• A recent (0-5 years) PhD degree in the field of energy technology, chemical technology, environmental engineering, industrial engineering, ecology.
• Highly experienced and proficiency in LCA software's based research and development projects (e.g. openLCA, SimaPro).
• Published papers/thesis/report where LCA methodology is applied.
• Track record of publications in good quality international journals.
• Ability to work as a team member as well as independently.
• Excellent communication & scientific writing skills.
• Fluent oral and written English.

The qualification of the postdoctoral researcher must meet the requirements of the Academic Career Management of Tallinn University of Technology.

To apply for the position, please send the following documents (in English) by 1 June 2025 at the latest by clicking the application link "Apply Now":

• a motivation letter;
• documents proving that the candidate holds the required academic degree for the position applied;
• a CV, including a list of publications;
• an academic portfolio, which provides a free format overview of the candidate's previous academic activity undertaken so far and the competencies required for work;
• a brief descriptions of LCA related studies;
• other documents considered important by the candidate.

Regarding further information on the application documents and recruitment process please contact TalTech HR konkurss@taltech.ee.

The offered postdoctoral researcher position is in the Department of Energy Technology which is the leading research centre in Estonia that studies various aspects of energy production and energy supply option. The Department consists of three research groups: the Research group of Sustainable Energy and Fuels, the Laboratory of Fuel and Air Emission Analysis and the Research Group of Smart District Heating Systems and Integrated Assessment Analysis of Greenhouse Gases Emissions.

Department of Energy Technology is member of numerous international consortiums and leads national and international level research projects, as well as maintains ongoing partnerships with government authorities and agencies, municipalities and energy companies.

Tallinn University of Technology (TalTech) is the flagship in engineering and IT science and education in Estonia, providing higher education at all levels in engineering and technology, information technology, economics, science, and maritime. TalTech’s mission is to be a promoter of science, technology, and innovation and a leading provider of engineering and economic education in Estonia.

The following conditions and financial support are guaranteed for 2 years:

• A monthly salary up to 3500 EUR (gross salary), depending on the qualification and experience of the candidate.
• Annual leave of 42 calendar days.
• Option to participate in other project applications and projects.

TalTech has a green and one of the most compact university campuses in Europe that includes the Tehnopol Tallinn Science Park. Low hierarchy, academic freedom and a balanced work and family life are valued at TalTech. The university provides individual development and training opportunities, material and non material tokens of acknowledgement, sporting opportunities at TalTech Sports Club and all staff activities.