Research Assistant - Lifecycle Assessment (LCA)

Introduction

The Circular Economy Lab is offering an internship for bachelor's, master's students, or recent graduates to join as a Research Assistant. This role focuses on conducting a comparative lifecycle assessment (LCA) of circular versus traditional products, with a focus on environmental impact, resource use, and emissions reduction. You will utilise an open-source LCA software for this analysis, making it ideal for individuals interested in sustainability, environmental impact analysis, and engineering design.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct a comparative lifecycle assessment of circular versus traditional products.
• Analyse environmental impacts, resource use, and emissions reduction of circular processes.
• Identify and use an open-source software tool (e.g., OpenLCA or SimaPro) to perform LCA.
• Prepare detailed reports and visual data presentations of your findings.
• Collaborate on ongoing projects related to circular economy and product lifecycle analysis.

Requirements

• Bachelor's, master's student, or recent graduate in a relevant field (Environmental Engineering, Sustainability, Industrial Design).
• Interest in lifecycle assessment and circular economy strategies.
• Experience or willingness to learn LCA methodologies and open-source LCA software.
• Strong analytical, communication, and organisational skills.
• Familiarity with environmental impact assessment is a plus.

Skills and Knowledge You Gain

• Hands-on experience with LCA tools and methodologies.
• Practical knowledge of environmental impact, resource use, and emissions analysis.
• Skills in data collection, analysis, and lifecycle assessment reporting.
• Enhanced teamwork and communication skills in a research environment.
• Critical thinking for evaluating and presenting LCA research findings.

Benefits

• Experience Certificate
• Academic Credits for students
• Career Guidance, Support to Study Abraod

Remote

• Flexible schedule, virtual work environment