Paid Master´s thesis: Quantification and Modelling of Biochar Carbon Removal (BCR)

Biochar carbon removal has the potential to contribute to climate change mitigation by converting biomass into a stable carbon-rich material and storing carbon over extended periods. However, the carbon removal potential depends on the production process, biochar properties and emissions from biomass sourcing, production and use. As part of your work, you will investigate the relationship between biochar production parameters, measured biochar properties and the certified carbon sink under the EU Carbon Removal Certification Framework (CRCF). Based on literature and experimental data, the requirements of the CRCF Regulation and life cycle assessment, you will quantify carbon storage and associated emissions to determine the net carbon removal potential and identify the key factors influencing the certified carbon sink

Your benefits

• You work in a relaxed and professional team with a flat hierarchy, and respectful interaction
• Contribution to transfer towards a sustainable energy system
• Exciting research questions & professional supervision of master`s thesis by BEST
• Financial compensation (Funding possible for female students: https://www.ffg.at/studentinnenpraktika)
• Provision of a work place - remote work from home as option

Your interests

• Background/study in the fields of sustainability / resource management / environmental science is desired
• First experiences with Life Cycle Assessment are desired
• Accurate, well organized and independent way of working
• Active enrolment in a scientific/technical field of study
• You have a valid residence permit with a work permit in Austria

10/2026 - Mar 2027

Everything at a glance

Studies:  sustainability / resource management / environmental science

Start | Duration: October 2026 | 6 months

Location: Gewerbepark Haag 3, 3250 Wieselburg-Land

We value and promote the diversity of skills of our employees and therefore welcome all applications. BEST aims to increase the proportion of women and expressly encourages qualified women to apply.

Christa Dissauer
Tel.: +43 5 02378-9455
christa.dissauer@best-research.eu

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