→ Apply before 03/07/2025 (DD/MM/YYYY) 23:59 (Brussels Time)
→ Faculty of Bioscience Engineering
→ Department: BW24 - Groene Chemie en Technologie
→ Occupancy rate:100%
→ Number of positions: 1
→ Type of employment: Contract of limited duration
→ Term of assignment: 18 months
→ Wage scale: PD1 to PD4 (doctoral degree)
→ Required diploma:PhD
ABOUT GHENT UNIVERSITY
Ghent University is a world of its own. Employing more than 15,000 people, it is actively involved in education and research, management and administration, as well as technical and social service provision on a daily basis. It is one of the largest, most exciting employers in the area and offers great career opportunities. With its 11 faculties and more than 80 departments offering state-of-the-art study programmes grounded in research in a wide range of academic fields, Ghent University is a logical choice for its staff and students.
YOUR ASSIGNMENT
The position is offered in the Laboratory for Circular Process Engineering on the Kortrijk campus, under the supervision of Prof. Steven De Meester. The work will take place within a young and dynamic team of about 22 PhD students, 3 postdocs, and 4 technicians, focusing on improved chemical engineering for the circular economy, with an emphasis on pretreatment and downstream processing. This is important, as it is clear that waste is heterogeneous and mechanical and chemical recycling technologies are often highly sensitive to certain contaminants. Prof. De Meester has strong ties to industry and a deep understanding of the waste management landscape. The group applies fundamental science to the processes used in waste treatment facilities, while also introducing more innovative approaches.
We are looking for a postdoc for projects related to solvent-based recycling of plastic waste.
YOUR PROFILE
- You hold a PhD degree. Preferably, your doctorate is in bioscience engineering, chemical engineering, or a related field.
- You have a strong interest in scientific research related to the themes of sustainability, packaging, and recycling technology.
- You possess strong writing and presentation skills.
- You have excellent command of English, both spoken and written, particularly in an academic context.
- You have good organizational skills and are highly motivated.
- Experience and networking with industry are considered a plus.
- Experience with quantitative and/or qualitative research is essential.
OUR OFFER
- We offer you a contract of limited duration of 18 months.
- The starting date can be as early as August 1, 2025.
- The salary will be in accordance with salary scale PD1 to PD4 (for holders of a PhD). More information about our salary scales.
- In addition, every UGent staff member can count on a number of benefits, such as a wide range of training and development opportunities, 36 vacation days per year (based on a full-time position), a bicycle allowance, eco vouchers, and more. A full overview of our employee benefits.
INTERESTED?
Apply online through the e-recruitment system before the application deadline (see above). We do not accept late applications or applications that are not submitted through the online system.
Your application must include the following documents:
• In the field ‘CV’: your CV and a transcript of your academic record (merged into one pdf file)
• In the field ‘Cover letter’: your application letter in pdf format
• In the field ‘Diploma’: a transcript of the required degree (if already in your possession). If you have a foreign diploma in a language other than our national languages (Dutch, French or German) or English, please add a translation in one of the mentioned languages.
• In the field “other documents”: a reference letter, an overview of your study results, …
Note that the maximum file size for each field is 10 MB.
As Ghent University maintains an equal opportunities and diversity policy, everyone is encouraged to apply for this position.
MORE INFORMATION
For more information about this vacancy, please contact Prof. Steven De Meester ([email protected], +32(0)56/29 26 00).
Important: do NOT send your application by email, but apply online.
Do you have a question regarding the online application process? Please read the FAQ or contact us via [email protected] or +32 9 264 34 36
