Master's thesis: Safe & Efficient Recycling of Polyester Textiles Containing Elastane
Agriculture, Energy & Environment · Environmental Services · Sustainability
In short
Responsibilities
- Conduct chemical depolymerization of polyester textiles via hydrolysis, glycolysis, and methanolysis.
- Analyze reaction products using advanced techniques like GC-MS and HPLC-UV.
- Plan and perform laboratory experiments.
- Process, evaluate, and interpret experimental data.
- Optimize reaction conditions for safe and efficient recycling of polyester textiles with elastane.
Requirements
- Master's student in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Chemistry, or related field.
- Strong interest in hands-on laboratory work.
- Experience with organic and/or analytical chemistry is required.
Desired Qualifications
- Curious, structured, and independent.
- Avoid use of AI in motivation letter; write something short and personal.
Benefits
- Compensation: 1,000 SEK per credit (if multiple students) or 1,333 SEK per credit (if one student) after project completion and approval.
- Flexible exact dates within Spring 2027.
Skills
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Job Posted
4 days ago
Employment Type
Internship
Work mode
On Site
Experience Level
Student
Locations
Mölndal, Sweden
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