Opening Ph.D. Positions in my group

We invite dynamic and ambitious individuals to apply for our distinguished Ph.D. Program in Power Engineering and Engineering Thermophysics (Process System Engineering direction)

Program Highlights:

Interdisciplinary Excellence:

Immerse yourself in a collaborative environment where engineering, mathematics, computer science, and applied sciences converge. Our program fosters interdisciplinary research, enabling you to tackle real-world challenges with innovative solutions.

World-Class Faculty:

Join a team of renowned experts and thought leaders who are at the forefront of process systems engineering research. Benefit from their mentorship and contribute to groundbreaking advancements in areas such as process optimization, control systems, modeling, and sustainable process design.

Cutting-Edge Facilities:

Access state-of-the-art laboratories equipped with advanced simulation tools, high-performance computing resources, and experimental setups. Our facilities provide a platform for hands-on exploration and experimentation, allowing you to transform theoretical concepts into practical applications.

Industrial Partnerships:

Collaborate with leading industry partners on applied research projects, gaining invaluable insights into real industrial challenges. Build a strong network and enhance your career prospects through internships, workshops, and industry interactions.

Global Connections:

Engage with a vibrant community of fellow scholars, participate in international conferences, and engage in cross-cultural exchanges. Broaden your horizons and enrich your research perspective through global connections.

Application Requirements:

• A master’s degree in chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field.

• Strong academic record and research background.

• Statement of purpose outlining your research interests and aspirations.

• Letters of recommendation from academic or professional referees.

• Demonstrated aptitude for independent and collaborative research.

• Proficiency in relevant programming languages and modeling tools (e.g., MATLAB, Python, Aspen Plus, Aspen HYSYS).

Salary

We will help you apply for the Chinese Government Scholarship. https://www.campuschina.org/content/details3_74776.html

• Tuition fee: Free

• Accommodation: Free, single room

• Stipend: CNY 3,500 per month for ph.D.

• Bouns: Our group also provides scholarships for ph.D. candidate up to CNY 2,000 per month.

Contact

email: hetianbiao@zju.edu.cn

Numbers of positions

1-2 Ph.D. positions per year.

Biography of Tianbiao He

Dr. Tianbiao HE is a Professor and doctoral supervisor at Zhejiang University. He graduated from the Institute of Refrigeration and Cryogenic Engineering, School of Mechanical Engineering, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, in 2017, with a doctoral degree. From May 2017 to May 2018, he worked as a Research Fellow in the Department of Chemical Engineering at the National University of Singapore, collaborating with Professors Praveen Linga and I. A. Karimi on the research of LNG cold energy recovery and application of hydrate-based seawater desalination technology. From May 2018 to April 2023, he worked as an Associate Professor and Master’s supervisor (outstanding young talent introduction) at China University of Petroleum (East China). Starting from May 2023, he has been working full-time at Zhejiang University.

His research focuses on the cascaded utilization of LNG cold energy, natural gas/hydrogen liquefaction technology, energy process system engineering (PSE), and applications of hydrate-based technologies (seawater desalination, CO2 capture). He has presided over and participated in more than ten projects funded by the National Natural Science Foundation, Shandong Provincial Natural Science Foundation, and enterprise collaborations. He has published over 50 academic papers in authoritative energy journals, with more than 1900 citations (Google Scholar) and an h-index of 23. He has applied for 11 invention patents, with 9 granted, and 8 of them have been transformed into technological achievements.

He has been invited to serve as the inaugural youth editorial board member for Frontiers in Energy (SCI), an editorial board member for Sustainability (SCI), a guest editor for Frontiers in Energy Research, and an editorial board member for Fluid Dynamics & Materials Processing (EI). In 2021 and 2022, he was consecutively listed as one of the top 2% global scientists in the rankings published by Stanford University.

Education

• Ph.D. - Refrigeration and Cryogenics Engineering (2011.9-2017.4)
  Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, China
  Thesis: Process optimization and experimental study on small-scale liquefied natural gas plant with skid-mounted packages
  Supervisor: Prof. Yonglin Ju

• Bachelor of Engineering - Thermal and Power Engineering (2007.9-2011.6)
  East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai, China

Working Experience

• 2023.05-present: Professor, College of Energy Engineering, Zhejiang University
• 2018.05-2023.04: Associate Professor, Department of Gas Engineering, China Univeristy of Petroleum (East China)
• 2017.05-2018.05: Research Fellow, Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, National University of Singapore Supervisor: Prof. Praveen Linga/Prof. I. A. Karimi

Research area

1. LNG cold energy utilization
2. Energy system design and optimization
3. Hydrogen/natural gas liquefaction process
4. Gas hydrate technology (Desalination/gas separation)

Editorial Service & Appointments

• Youth editorial board member, Frontiers in Energy, (2021.8-2023.8)
• Guest associate editor, Frontiers in Energy Research
  Research Topic: Green and Sustainable LNG Supply Chain: A Bridge to a Low Carbon Energy Society
• Editorial board member, American Journal of Chemical Engineering, (2018.5-2020.5)