Rare Earth Elements Extraction & Circular Metallurgy Research Placement

Postgraduate research placement focused on ionic liquid extraction and bio-leaching methodologies for recovering neodymium, dysprosium, and lanthanides from electronic waste.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites: MSc or PhD in hydrometallurgy, analytical chemistry, or materials science
English language proficiency: Fluent scientific English
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: Proposal in rare earth element separation chemistry and list of publications
Recommendation letters: Two letters of recommendation

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: Monthly research stipend of €2,100 plus analytical equipment consumables funding
Application fee: €0 application fee
Tuition / joining costs: Funded research appointment

Dates and verification

Application deadline: June 30, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-16

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official International University of Resources documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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