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OPEN POSITIONS

Master Thesis in Engineering Polymer Kinetics

Advanced Kinetic Modeling for Bio Polyesters

We are seeking a skilled and motivated young scientist with a finished BSc degree, in the field of Chemistry, Physics, Polymer- or Process Engineering, for pursuing their diploma/master thesis, on a part-time basis (10 to 20h/week), limited to 12 months, to strengthen our team at the headquarters in Linz with immediate entry.

This master thesis aims at the development of a digital and predictive twin for chemical recycling processes of bio polyesters. Based on an in-house developed and established kinetic model, the goal of this work is to identify deviations between experimental and simulation results to achieve an advanced, comprehensive model describing the melt hydrolysis processes. Building on systematic, widespread experimental data, this project aims to enhance the predictive accuracy of our simulation assisted kinetics model. Moreover, the nuances of the type of bio polyester on the depolymerization outcome in conjunction with depolymerization kinetics will underpin the research of chemical bio polyester recycling.

Reference number: 031

Application: until 30 September 2026

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Master Thesis in Chemistry and Chemical Technology

Electrochemical Depolymerization

This master thesis focuses on exploring novel depolymerization methods for selected

bio polyester materials. The initial phase will involve designing and optimizing an electrochemical depolymerization setup based on thorough literature research. The electrochemical depolymerization will then be assessed and the progress monitored with appropriate analytical techniques. The final phase of the work will compare electro depolymerization and melt hydrolysis to investigate synergistic effects, aiming to enhance overall depolymerization efficiency and product selectivity.

Reference number: 030

Application: until 30 September 2026

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PhD position in the field of biotechnology, chemical or process engineering, or mathematics

Modelling, Monitoring and Control of Continuous Microbial Fermentation Processes

We are seeking a research scientist with diploma/master's degree in the field of biotechnology, chemical or process engineering, or mathematics on a part-time basis (30h/week), limited to 36 months, to strengthen our team at the Vienna site, starting from August 2026.

Focusing on model-based monitoring and control of a continuous microbial production process, we are seeking a skilled and motivated person to join our team in Vienna. In this role, you will first develop a mechanistic model to describe process dynamics and subsequently develop and implement algorithms for model-based monitoring and control, integrating the developed mechanistic model with available Process Analytical Technologies (PATs).

Reference number: 029

Application: until 12 July 2026

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Master Thesis in Chemistry and Chemical Technology

Modeling the Depolymerization of Polyhydroxyalkanoates

in Melt Hydrolysis

We are seeking skilled and motivated young scientists with a finished BSc degree in the field of Chemistry, Physics, Polymer- or Process Engineering for pursuing their diploma/master thesis on a part-time basis (10 to 20h/week), limited to 12 months, to strengthen our team at the headquarters in Linz with immediate entry.

This master thesis explores the kinetics of polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA) depolymerization during melt hydrolysis, with a focus on building upon and refining existing simulation-assisted kinetic models. By leveraging detailed data on depolymerization products, this project aims to enhance the predictive accuracy of simulation assisted kinetics model, particularly for low molecular weight and water-soluble depolymerization products. Moreover, the nuances of the type of polyhydroxyalkanoates on the depolymerization outcome in conjunction with depolymerization kinetics will underpin the research of bio polyester recycling.

Reference number: 021

Application: until 30 June 2026

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