PhD in Soft Matter Imaging: Damp-Proofing in Porous Media

Uva; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

International environment

State-of-the-art facilities

PhD training

Job summary

The University of Amsterdam invites applications for a PhD candidate position in the Soft Matter cluster of the IoP-WZI. The research will investigate the effectiveness of damp-proofing products across multiple length scales using advanced imaging and chemical analysis.

You will work in a vibrant, international environment, contributing to teaching activities and collaborating with leading experts in crystallization and porous media.

Qualifications

• Completed Master’s degree in Physics, Materials Science, Chemistry, or closely related field.
• Strong interest in experimental research combining materials science, sol–gel processes, and real-world applications.
• Affinity with imaging methods including microscopy, spectroscopy, and/or imaging techniques.
• Ability to work independently as well as in an interdisciplinary team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and excellent English communication.
• Motivation to publish in peer-reviewed journals and present at international conferences.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent experimental research at multiple scales from bulk to confinement.
• Perform systematic studies in microfluidic channels and real porous building materials under controlled conditions.
• Use advanced imaging and spectroscopy techniques to track polycondensation in real time.
• Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and present at international conferences.
• Contribute to teaching undergraduate and master's courses in physics.
• Collaborate with group members and TU Delft on linked projects.

Skills

Experimental physics

Materials science

Imaging techniques

English proficiency

Independent working

Education

Master’s degree in Physics

Master’s degree in Materials Science

Master’s degree in Chemistry

Tools

Optical microscopy

Electron microscopy

X-ray microtomography

Raman spectroscopy

MRI

Confocal microscopy

Job description

The University of Amsterdam invites applications for a PhD candidate position in the Soft Matter cluster of the IoP-WZI. The research will investigate the effectiveness of damp-proofing products across multiple length scales using advanced imaging and chemical analysis.

You will work in a vibrant, international environment, contributing to teaching activities and collaborating with leading experts in crystallization and porous media.