PhD: Self-Healing Polymers & Sustainable Materials

Vrije Universiteit Brussel; Belgique; On-site; EUR 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Hybrid work model

25 days annual leave

Job summary

Vrije Universiteit Brussel's FYSC lab invites applications for two PhD researchers in Sustainable Materials Engineering. You will conduct original research in physical chemistry and polymer science, focusing on structure–processing–property relationships in polymeric materials.

You will design and perform experiments, operate advanced characterization techniques, and contribute to publications and conferences.

Qualifications

• Master degree completed in chemical engineering, chemistry, bioengineering, or materials science.
• Strong knowledge in physical chemistry, polymer science, or materials science.
• Experience with polymer synthesis and characterization techniques.
• Fluency in English, with strong written and oral communication.
• Ability to work independently and in a team in an interdisciplinary environment.
• Experience with MATLAB or COMSOL is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and perform experiments in physical chemistry and polymer science.
• Operate advanced characterization techniques including thermal analysis.
• Analyze data and interpret structure–processing–property relationships.
• Collaborate with team members and external partners.
• Contribute to publications, conference presentations and project reports.
• Participate in group meetings and supervise students in the lab.
• Engage with international research networks.

Skills

Master's degree in chemicalEngineering

Polymer science knowledge

Physical chemistry knowledge

Materials characterization

Data analysis / statistics

Lab experience

English fluency

Team player

Independent problem solving

Programming / data tools (MATLAB, COMS

Education

Master degree in chemical engineering

Master degree in chemistry

Master degree in bioengineering

Master degree in materials engineering

Tools

Thermal analysis equipment

Spectroscopy

Rheology

Microscopy

Job description

Vrije Universiteit Brussel's FYSC lab invites applications for two PhD researchers in Sustainable Materials Engineering. You will conduct original research in physical chemistry and polymer science, focusing on structure–processing–property relationships in polymeric materials.

You will design and perform experiments, operate advanced characterization techniques, and contribute to publications and conferences.