PhD and Postdoctoral Opportunities at the Global HyPT Centre
Are you ready to be part of a global mission to achieve net-zero emissions? The Centre for Energy Technology, at the University of Adelaide, is proud to be at the forefront of hydrogen innovation as a key partner in the Global Hydrogen Production Technologies (HyPT) Centre, and we’re looking for passionate researchers to join the journey.
Backed by the CSIRO and in collaboration with Flinders University and partners from the US, Canada, the UK, Egypt, and Germany, the Global HyPT Centre is developing large-scale, low-cost, and net-zero hydrogen production technologies. This international initiative brings together 34 experts across 19 institutions in six countries to drive the future of clean energy.
Hydrogen is set to play a critical role in the global transition to sustainable energy. The HyPT Centre will focus on two game-changing production methods:
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Methane pyrolysis, producing hydrogen with valuable solid carbon co-products.
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Solar-driven water splitting, using sunlight to produce hydrogen directly from water.
In addition to cutting-edge technology development, two cross-cutting research themes will address:
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The policy and market mechanisms necessary to scale hydrogen production.
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Water resource management. ensuring sustainable and efficient water use in hydrogen systems.
Current Opportunities
We are now recruiting two Postdoctoral Research Fellows and seven fully funded PhD students to join the team in Adelaide.
PhD Scholarships (7 positions total)
Each scholarship is full-time and funded by the CSIRO through the Global HyPT Centre.
- Hydrogen from Methane Pyrolysis (1 position)
Work on molten metal and salt bubbling catalytic reactors to improve carbon separation and reaction rates. - Hydrogen from Photocatalytic Water Splitting (1 position)
Develop novel co-catalysts to enhance photocatalysis efficiency and reduce reliance on precious metals. - Hydrogen Economy: Market Analysis & Policy (2 positions)
Investigate the economic and policy frameworks driving the hydrogen transition.
All positions based at the University of Adelaide.
Postdoctoral Research Fellowships (2 positions)
They're also seeking two talented researchers to help shape the future of hydrogen:
Be Part of a Global Impact! As part of the HyPT Centre, you’ll collaborate with world-class researchers, access state-of-the-art facilities, and contribute to a truly international initiative with real-world climate impact. Whether you're passionate about engineering, chemistry, policy, or environmental science, there’s a place for you in this hydrogen-powered future.
Apply now and help lead the world towards a sustainable, hydrogen-driven economy.