Internship or Thesis - Wool keratin as a functional paper additive
(m/w/d) - Job Code: PTS-HK0103
- Research Project, Bachelor, Master, Diploma
- Work location: Heidenau near Dresden, Reachable from Dresden main station in 20 min
- Starting immediately, part-time or full-time
Your Tasks
Independent scientific work under the supervision of the Functional Surfaces Department in a bioeconomy project investigating the utilization of wool keratin as a functional paper component.
Literature research.
Characterization of various wool by-products in terms of keratin content, ash content, residual fat content as well as thermal and morphological properties.
Systematic screening and parameter optimization of environmentally friendly solvent systems (with a focus on deep eutectic solvents) for the dissolution and regeneration of keratin.
Laboratory-scale preliminary trials on the use of keratin solutions and dispersions as bio-based barrier coatings or wet-strength agents for paper.
Analysis, clear presentation and reporting of scientific results.
Your Profile
- Degree program in Chemistry, Process Engineering and Natural Materials Technology, Materials Science, or a related field
- Opportunity to complete a mandatory internship as part of the degree program
- Initial experience with laboratory work
- Good knowledge of MS Office
- Good command of English
- Independent and precise working style
- Technical understanding and interest in solving complex problems
- Strong communication skills
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Application documents and information to be submitted:
- CV / Résumé
- Cover letter
- Certificates and references
- Job Code
- Desired starting date
Please send all documents combined into one PDF file to career@ptspaper.de.
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