Post-doctoral assistant Department of Materials, Textiles and Chemical Engineering (29485)

Karlstad University; Gent; Sur place; EUR 60 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A prominent university in Belgium seeks a Post-doctoral assistant in the Department of Materials, Textiles and Chemical Engineering. The role involves significant academic research, teaching, and coaching Bachelor and Master students. Candidates must hold a doctoral degree in Chemical Engineering and have relevant research experience. This temporary position offers comprehensive benefits, including 36 days paid leave. Interested individuals should apply online by the deadline of 04/01/2026.

Prestations

36 days paid leave

Bicycle commuting reimbursement

Training and education opportunities

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree required at the start of the appointment.
• Published relevant scientific articles in peer-reviewed journals.
• Residing in Belgium or willing to stay for research.

Responsabilités

• Conduct academic research in materials and chemical engineering.
• Assist in Bachelor and Master teaching activities.
• Coach students in exercises and work placements.

Connaissances

Research experience in kinetic and reactor modelling

Transport phenomena

Thermodynamics

Programming in Python

Good communication in English

Formation

Doctoral degree in Chemical Engineering

Description du poste

Post-doctoral assistant Department of Materials, Textiles and Chemical Engineering (29485)

Ghent University is one of the top 100 universities in the Dutch‑speaking area, employing more than 44,000 students and 15,000 staff. It offers diverse research opportunities across its 11 faculties and more than 100 departments.

→ Apply until 04/01/2026 23:59 (Brussels time)
→ Faculty of Engineering and Architecture
→ Department EA11 – Department of Materials, Textiles and Chemical Engineering
→ AAP temporary appointment – 85%
→ Number of openings: 1
→ Reference number: 202512/EA11/DA/028

ABOUT GHENT UNIVERSITY

Ghent University is one of the largest employers in the region, offering excellent career opportunities and a wide range of training and education programmes.

YOUR TASKS

• At least 70 % of the assignment will be dedicated to academic research.
• Assist in teaching activities at Bachelor and Master level.
• Provide coaching to Master’s students in exercises, work placement and dissertation.
• Coach doctoral students.
• Manage multiple parallel projects, including kinetic modelling of solid–gas reactions, chemical process analysis, thermodynamics of complex mixtures, and transport phenomena at catalyst and reactor scale.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• You hold a doctoral degree in Chemical Engineering (or an equivalent), to be fulfilled at the start of the appointment. For diplomas awarded outside the EU, a certificate of equivalence (NARIC) must be submitted.
• Prior research experience in kinetic and reactor modelling, transport phenomena, and thermodynamics.
• Recognised as a promising researcher during your doctorate.
• Strong interest in coaching students at Bachelor, Master and Advanced Master levels.
• Published relevant scientific articles in (inter)national peer‑reviewed journals.
• Good knowledge of programming languages such as Python and Fortran.
• Good oral and written communication skills in English; proficiency in Dutch is a plus.
• Residing in Belgium or willing to stay in Belgium during the research period.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

• Temporary appointment of 1 year, with possibility of a second appointment up to 3 years based on evaluation.
• Appointment starts no earlier than 1 February 2026.
• Comprehensive benefits: 36 days paid leave, bicycle commuting reimbursement, ecocheques, training and education opportunities, and more.

INTERESTED?

Apply online through the e‑recruitment system before the deadline noted above; late or non‑online applications will not be accepted.

Your application must include the following documents:

• In the “Cv” field: your CV and a merged PDF of your relevant scientific publications.
• In the “Cover letter” field: your application letter (PDF).
• In the “Diploma” field: a transcript of the required degree. If foreign, include a translation into Dutch, French, German or English.
• In the “Certificate of equivalence” field: for diplomas awarded outside the EU, submit a NARIC certificate (or proof of application); not required for UK diplomas before 31 Jan 2020.

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.

If you have a question regarding the online application process, please read the FAQ or contact us via [e-mail].

Job details

Title: Post‑doctoral assistant Department of Materials, Textiles and Chemical Engineering (29485)

Application deadline: 04/01/2026 23:59 (Brussels time)

Number of openings: 1