PhD Researcher in Nuclear Decommissioning and Circular Economy

3 days ago


Sheffield, Sheffield, United Kingdom International Society for Industrial Ecology Full time

Nuclear waste management and energy sustainability are intricately linked. As the European Union considers nuclear energy a green source, managing nuclear waste has become increasingly important.

The circular economy paradigm shift seeks to minimize waste by promoting practices such as reduction, reuse, and recycling.

In this context, this PhD project will explore the integration of circular economy principles and whole life cycle thinking in nuclear decommissioning, utilizing advanced analytics, life cycle assessment, and machine learning techniques.

The research will focus on radioactive and non-radioactive materials, aiming to evaluate the environmental implications of producing low-cost concrete from nuclear waste and identifying potential circular material pathways.

This esteemed opportunity is a fully funded PhD studentship within the EPSRC-supported Centre for Doctoral Training in SATURN.

  • Department of Chemical & Biological Engineering

Tuition fees are fully covered, along with a tax-free stipend of £19,237 per year for 4 years. Additionally, a £46,500 research support and training grant is provided.

Estimated annual salary: £23,137 (stipend) + approximately £51,811 (living costs), totaling £74,948 over 4 years.



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