Multidimensional Modelling of Hydrogen Value Chains - Research Affiliate Program

Duties
The transition to low-carbon energy systems requires an integrated understanding of hydrogen value chains, from production to end-use. This project aims to develop advanced analytical tools to assess the techno-economic and environmental performance of various hydrogen production and utilization pathways.The candidate will be responsible for analyzing and modelling complete hydrogen value chains, adopting a feedstock-agnostic approach (e.g., water, biomass, and other sources). The work will cover a wide range of existing, emerging, and under-development hydrogen production technologies.Key responsibilities include:
• Conducting a comprehensive review of hydrogen production technologies (e.g., electrolysis, reforming, thermochemical and biological pathways);
• Modelling, simulating, and optimizing hydrogen production processes using specialized tools (e.g., Aspen, I-BIOREF, or equivalent);
• Evaluating hydrogen transport, storage, and delivery options;
• Assessing hydrogen utilization pathways in two key industrial sectors:
1. Aviation industry, particularly for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production;
2. Iron and steel industry, particularly for iron ore reduction.
• Investigating hydrogen quality requirements for each end-use application;
• Performing techno-economic assessments and life cycle assessments (LCA), including integration of carbon pricing mechanisms;
• Conducting sensitivity analyses to evaluate the impact of key parameters on system performance and viability.The candidate will work closely with the CanmetENERGY’s Bio-Hydrogen team of Varennes in Quebec. The candidate will be required to attend team meetings, will produce reports presentations and potentially a scientific publication as part of this work. The work will be in hybrid mode i.e., partly on-site at the Varennes (QC) Research Centre and partly teleworking.

Intent of the process
This opportunity is for a duration of eight months geared towards a student who is completing their Ph.D. This duration may be extended for an additional eight months, if required.

Positions to be filled
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Important messages
Information to provide:
- Detailed resume.
- Academic transcripts at the M.Sc. and Ph.D. level.

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Each student hired through the Research Affiliate Program (RAP) must meet the security requirements of the position as a condition of employment, and therefore will be asked by the hiring organization to complete security-relevant documents.

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- Master of Science (M.Sc.) or Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in a relevant field.
- Currently enrolled or will be enrolled by the date of appointment in a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) program in Applied Mathematics and Industrial Engineering at a Canadian university (preferably Polytechnique Montréal, Concordia University, or McGill University).
- Ph.D. research topic related to hydrogen production and utilization across industrial sectors.

- Experience in process modelling and simulation (e.g., Aspen, I-BIOREF, or equivalent tools).
- Experience in techno-economic analysis.
- Experience in life cycle assessment (LCA) and carbon pricing.In the context of student recruitment in the Federal Public Service, the experience can be acquired through the studies, work experience, or volunteer activities.

- Ability to communicate effectively orally.
- Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.

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Applied / assessed at a later date

English or French

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Preference will be given to veterans first, followed by Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of jobs located in Nunavut or Yukon. For positions located in Nunavut, qualified Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement will be appointed first. For positions located in Yukon, qualified Yukon First Nations will be appointed first, followed by qualified Indigenous persons.

Learn more about preference to veterans.

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