The GreenChem TechHub is a doctoral college funded by the FFG that offers 8 fully funded PhD positions at the intersection of green chemistry, biotechnology, and sustainable chemical engineering.
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Duration: 2025–2029 (4 years)
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Positions: 8 doctoral researchers (30h/week, 4 years)
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Institutions involved: TU Wien, University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences (BOKU), and University of Vienna
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Industry partners: New Path Bio, Vogelbusch, Voestalpine, BASF, AGRANA, Boehringer, RDP
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Model: 3 years at university + 1 year embedded in industry (or with secondment)
Mission:
To train highly qualified researchers in sustainable chemical processes, renewable raw materials utilization, energy-efficient technologies, and environmentally benign production methods.