From: External Academic Relations
To: Birzeit University Community
The External Academic Relations office is pleased to announce a fully funded PhD scholarship within the framework of the EU-funded MOJITO Project at the University of Bologna, Italy. The position is based at the Department of Physics and Astronomy (Ravenna Campus).
Project Overview:
The PhD focuses on developing a laboratory-scale system to produce decarbonised lime using microwave and inductive heating. The goal is to reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions, aligning with the EU's climate-neutral targets. The project includes both theoretical modeling and experimental work and will be carried out in collaboration with international partners under the European Innovation Council's Pathfinder Programme (Grant Agreement No. 101221957).
Type of the scholarship: PhD
Period or starting date: October 1, 2025
Available fields of study:
Preferred backgrounds include:
- Materials Science and Engineering
- Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering
- Physics (Condensed Matter, Electromagnetism, etc.)
Application Deadline: July 1, 2025 at 11:59 PM (Rome time)
Funding and Benefits:
- Monthly scholarship: €1,200
- Additional €10,000 for international conferences and training (starting year 2)
- Travel reimbursements for project missions
- Flexible work setup: up to 20% remote work possible
Conditions:
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Open to graduates with a second-cycle degree (Master’s or equivalent)
- English proficiency: minimum C1 level
- Must not be enrolled in another doctoral program in Italy
Selection criteria:
- Academic qualifications and relevant Master’s degree
- Knowledge of materials properties, heat transfer, and electromagnetic wave interactions
- Desired experience: experimental design, COMSOL/MATLAB/ANSYS, dielectric spectroscopy, microwave heating systems
- Strong communication skills and teamwork
- Interview performance and motivation
Birzeit University is committed to promoting gender equality. Girls/Women are highly encouraged to apply.
How to apply:
- Contact the project supervisor, Dr. Diego Marazza, at [email protected] to express your interest.
- Visit the official application page: PhD in Physics – Unibo Portal
- Log in to Studenti Online and complete the "Application for Admission."
- Upload required documents: CV, academic transcripts, motivation letter, degree certificate, and proof of English language proficiency.
- Pay the €5 application fee via PagoPA.
- Submit your application before July 1, 2025.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an oral interview (online or in person).
Forward your application confirmation or email correspondence with the supervisor to: [email protected]
Good Luck
External Academic Relations
June, 2025
