Department: Chemistry/Biochemistry Regime Full-time

Let’s shape the future – University of Antwerp

The University of Antwerp is a dynamic, forward-thinking, European university. We offer an innovative academic education to more than 20 000 students, conduct pioneering scientific research and play an important service-providing role in society. We are one of the largest, most international and most innovative employers in the region. With more than 6000 employees from 100 different countries, we are helping to build tomorrow’s world every day. Through top scientific research, we push back boundaries and set a course for the future – a future that you can help to shape.

The research group ELCAT in the Faculty of Applied Engineering is looking for a full-time (100%) doctoral scholarship holder in the field of electrocatalysis, with a focus hydrogen production from water electrolysis. As researcher you will start within the research group ELCAT, currently employing around 30 people. The research of ELCAT revolves around electrochemistry. The main research activities are related to the development of state-of-the-art electrochemical reactors and catalyst, with as most important purpose the electrification of the industry and thus the replacement of traditional chemical processes with green and sustainable alternatives. The research falls mainly under 5 key activities: (1) electrochemical CO₂ conversion; (2) green hydrogen production; (3) redox flow batteries; (4) power to chemicals; and (5) reactor design for electrochemical purposes.

Position

• You will work actively on the preparation and defence of a PhD thesis in the field of electrochemical reactor engineering. Electrochemistry is gaining more and more attention as a potential alternative to several traditional industrial processes because of its positive impact on global greenhouse gas emissions (mainly CO₂), its ability to store periodic renewable energy and the production of alternative energy sources such as H₂. More specifically you will actively participate in the design and development of efficient electrocatalysts and/or electrolyzer (components) for water electrolysis with a focus on improving the energy efficiency.
• You compete for externally funded research grants.
• You will publish scientific articles and/or patents related to the research project.
• As a PhD student of ELCAT you also support a part of the general research and teaching tasks to support the good day-to-day functioning of the research group and the Faculty of Applied Engineering.
• You are also responsible for safety in the research labs, in particular with regard to chemicals.

• You hold a Master’s degree in industrial science/applied engineering: chemistry (industrial engineer), Master’s degree in engineering: chemistry or materials science (civil engineering), Master in chemistry or equivalent through experience or you will have obtained it by the time you start work.
• You can demonstrate excellent study results.
• Your teaching competences are in line with the University of Antwerp’s educational vision.
• Your research qualities are in line with the faculty and university research policies.
• You act with attention to quality, integrity, creativity and cooperation.
• You are enthusiast.
• You can communicate well, both in speaking and in writing.
• You are strong in planning and organizing, you can work independently.
• You don’t forget about safety and you have some good technical skills.

• We offer a doctoral scholarship for a period of 1 year. Following a positive evaluation, the scholarship can be renewed for another three years.
• The planned start date is as soon as possible.
• Your monthly scholarship amount is calculated according to the scholarship amounts for doctoral scholarship holders on the pay scales for Contract Research Staff (Dutch: Bijzonder Academisch Personeel, BAP).
• You will do most of your work at Campus Drie Eiken in a dynamic and stimulating working environment.
• Find out more about working at the University of Antwerp here.

• You can apply for this vacancy until May 31^st 2023 through the University of Antwerp’s online job application platform. Click on the ‘Apply’ button, complete the online application form and be sure to include the following attachments: a motivation letter, your academic CV.
• The selection committee will review all of the applications as soon as possible after the application deadline. As soon as a decision has been made, we will inform you about the next steps in the selection procedure.
• If you have any questions about the online application form, please check the frequently asked questions or send an email to jobs@uantwerpen.be. If you have any questions about the job itself, please contact dr. Nick Daems, dr. Jonas Hereijgers or An Bellens via elcat@uantwerpen.be.

The University of Antwerp received the European Commission’s HR Excellence in Research Award for its HR policy. We are a sustainable, family-friendly organisation which invests in its employees’ growth. We encourage diversity and attach great importance to an inclusive working environment and equal opportunities, regardless of gender identity, disability, race, ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation or age. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds and with diverse characteristics to apply.

Apply here.

Department: Chemistry/Biochemistry Regime Full-time

Let’s shape the future – University of Antwerp

The University of Antwerp is a dynamic, forward-thinking, European university. We offer an innovative academic education to more than 20 000 students, conduct pioneering scientific research and play an important service-providing role in society. We are one of the largest, most international and most innovative employers in the region. With more than 6000 employees from 100 different countries, we are helping to build tomorrow’s world every day. Through top scientific research, we push back boundaries and set a course for the future – a future that you can help to shape.

The research group ELCAT in the Faculty of Applied Engineering is looking for a full-time (100%) doctoral scholarship holder in the field of electrocatalysis, with a focus on reactor design and optimisation. As researcher you will start within the research group ELCAT, currently employing around 30 people. The research of ELCAT revolves around electrochemistry. The main research activities are related to the development of state-of-the-art electrochemical reactors and catalyst, with as most important purpose the electrification of the industry and thus the replacement of traditional chemical processes with green and sustainable alternatives. The research falls mainly under 5 key activities: (1) electrochemical CO₂ conversion; (2) green hydrogen production; (3) redox flow batteries; (4) power to chemicals; and (5) reactor design for electrochemical purposes.

Position

• You will work actively on the preparation and defence of a PhD thesis in the field of electrochemical reactor engineering. Electrochemistry is gaining more and more attention as a potential alternative to several traditional industrial processes because of its positive impact on global greenhouse gas emissions (mainly CO₂), its ability to store periodic renewable energy and the production of alternative energy sources such as H₂. More specifically you will actively form part of the group of researchers within ELCAT that are working on reactor engineering and you will contribute to the optimisation, development and up-scaling of the electrochemical reactors currently being applied within ELCAT.
• You compete for externally funded research grants.
• You will publish scientific articles and/or patents related to the research project.
• As a PhD student of ELCAT you also support a part of the general research and teaching tasks to support the good day-to-day functioning of the research group and the Faculty of Applied Engineering.
• You are also responsible for safety in the research labs, in particular with regard to chemicals.

• You hold a Master’s degree in industrial science/applied engineering: chemistry (industrial engineer), Master’s degree in engineering: chemistry or materials science (civil engineering), Master in chemistry or equivalent through experience or you will have obtained it by the time you start work.
• You can demonstrate excellent study results.
• Your teaching competences are in line with the University of Antwerp’s educational vision.
• Your research qualities are in line with the faculty and university research policies.
• You act with attention to quality, integrity, creativity and cooperation.
• You are enthusiast.
• You can communicate well, both in speaking and in writing.
• You are strong in planning and organizing, you can work independently.
• You don’t forget about safety and you have some good technical skills.

• We offer a doctoral scholarship for a period of 1 year. Following a positive evaluation, the scholarship can be renewed for another three years.
• The planned start date is as soon as possible.
• Your monthly scholarship amount is calculated according to the scholarship amounts for doctoral scholarship holders on the pay scales for Contract Research Staff (Dutch: Bijzonder Academisch Personeel, BAP).
• You will do most of your work at Campus Drie Eiken in a dynamic and stimulating working environment.
• Find out more about working at the University of Antwerp here.

• You can apply for this vacancy through the University of Antwerp’s online job application platform. Click on the ‘Apply’ button, complete the online application form and be sure to include the following attachments: a motivation letter, your academic CV.
• The selection committee will review all of the applications as soon as possible. As soon as a decision has been made, we will inform you about the next steps in the selection procedure.
• If you have any questions about the online application form, please check the frequently asked questions or send an email to jobs@uantwerpen.be. If you have any questions about the job itself, please contact dr. Nick Daems, dr. Jonas Hereijgers or An Bellens via elcat@uantwerpen.be.

The University of Antwerp received the European Commission’s HR Excellence in Research Award for its HR policy. We are a sustainable, family-friendly organisation which invests in its employees’ growth. We encourage diversity and attach great importance to an inclusive working environment and equal opportunities, regardless of gender identity, disability, race, ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation or age. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds and with diverse characteristics to apply.

Apply here.

Department: Chemistry/Biochemistry Regime Full-time

Let’s shape the future – University of Antwerp

The University of Antwerp is a dynamic, forward-thinking, European university. We offer an innovative academic education to more than 20 000 students, conduct pioneering scientific research and play an important service-providing role in society. We are one of the largest, most international and most innovative employers in the region. With more than 6000 employees from 100 different countries, we are helping to build tomorrow’s world every day. Through top scientific research, we push back boundaries and set a course for the future – a future that you can help to shape.

As an experienced researcher, you will join the ELCAT research group, currently employing around 30 people. ELCAT’s main research focus is on electrochemistry. The core research activities are related to the development of state-of-the-art electrochemical reactors and catalysts, with a view towards large-scale industrial development in the field of industrial electrification, in a green and sustainable way to ultimately replace the traditional chemical processes. The research is largely covered by 5 key activities: (1) electrochemical CO2 conversion; (2) green hydrogen production; (3) redox-flow batteries; (4) power-to-chemicals and (5) electrochemical reactor engineering. The research group ELCAT in the Faculty of Applied Engineering is looking for a full-time (100%) postdoctoral scholarship holder in the field of electrocatalysis.

Position

• You will carry out high-quality scientific research in the research fields of electrocatalysis, electrosynthesis and electrochemical reactor technology. More specifically, you will focus on optimizing electrochemical reactor designs and up-scaling for the CO₂
• You will develop new research projects according to the strategic plan of the research group ELCAT (www.uantwerp.be/elcat) and you compete for externally funded research grants.
• You will report on the results of your research and produce academic publications.
• You will assist in ongoing research projects and the activities of the research group.
• You will contribute to attracting national and international research funding.
• You will assist in the supervision of PhD students and other team members.
• If necessary, you will fulfil a limited number of teaching activities.
• You will participate in the provision of academic services: you will represent the research group both internally and externally.

• You hold a PhD in (Bioscience) Engineering, Applied Engineering or equivalent (or you will have obtained it by the time you start work).
• Your research qualities are in line with the faculty and university research policies. You have relevant research experience in the field of electrocatalysis and/or electrochemical reactors. Knowledge of CO₂ capture/conversion is an added value.
• Your teaching competences are in line with the University of Antwerp’s educational vision.
• You act with attention to quality, integrity, creativity and cooperation.
• You can speak and write fluently in English.
• You are able to carry out your work and achieve your objectives with a high degree of independence.
• You can present excellent study and research results.
• You have knowledge of national and international fundraising. Experience in writing project proposals is an asset.
• Experience in supervising PhD and/or masters students is an added value.

• We offer a full-time appointment as a postdoctoral scholarship holder for a period of 12 months, renewable after positive evaluation;
• The planned start date is as soon as possible.
• Your monthly scholarship amount is calculated according to the scholarship amounts for postdoctoral scholarship holders on the pay scales for contract research staff (Dutch: Bijzonder Academisch Personeel, BAP).
• You will do most of your work at Campus Drie Eiken in a dynamic and stimulating working environment.
• Find out more about working at the University of Antwerp here.

• You can apply for this vacancy through the University of Antwerp’s online job application platform. Click on the ‘Apply’ button, complete the online application form and be sure to include the following attachments: a motivation letter, your academic CV.
• The selection committee will review all of the applications as soon as possible. As soon as a decision has been made, we will inform you about the next steps in the selection procedure.
• If you have any questions about the online application form, please check the frequently asked questions or send an email to jobs@uantwerpen.be. If you have any questions about the job itself, please contact professor Tom Breugelmans (elcat@uantwerpen.be).

The University of Antwerp received the European Commission’s HR Excellence in Research Award for its HR policy. We are a sustainable, family-friendly organisation which invests in its employees’ growth. We encourage diversity and attach great importance to an inclusive working environment and equal opportunities, regardless of gender identity, disability, race, ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation or age. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds and with diverse characteristics to apply.

Apply here.

Departement: Chemie/Biochemie Regime Voltijds

Bepaal mee de toekomst – Universiteit Antwerpen

De Universiteit Antwerpen is een dynamische, toekomstgerichte Europese universiteit. We bieden vernieuwend academisch onderwijs aan meer dan 20 000 studenten, verrichten baanbrekend wetenschappelijk onderzoek en spelen een belangrijke dienstverlenende rol in de maatschappij. We zijn een van de grootste, meest internationale en innovatieve werkgevers van de regio. Met meer dan 6 000 medewerkers uit 100 verschillende landen bouwen we dagelijks aan de wereld van morgen. Door wetenschappelijk toponderzoek verleggen we grenzen en geven we de richting aan. De richting van de toekomst. En die kan jij mee bepalen.

De Faculteit Toegepaste Ingenieurswetenschappen heeft een vacature voor een voltijdse laboratoriumtechnicus. Als laboratoriumtechnicus kom je terecht in de onderzoeksgroep ELCAT, die om en bij de 30 medewerkers telt. Het hoofdonderzoek van ELCAT draait rond elektrochemie. De voornaamste onderzoeksactiviteiten zijn gerelateerd aan de ontwikkeling van state-of-the-art elektrochemische reactoren en katalysatoren, met als voornaamste doel de elektrificatie van de industrie en dus het vervangen van de traditionele chemische processen door groene en duurzame alternatieven. Het onderzoek valt grotendeels onder 5 sleutelactiviteiten: (1) elektrochemische CO₂-omzetting; (2) groene waterstofproductie; (3) redox-flow batterijen; (4) power-to-chemicals en (5) reactorontwerp voor elektrochemische toepassingen.

Binnen de onderzoeksgroep zal je voornaamste taak bestaan uit het onderhoud van de laboratoriumtoestellen, uitvoering analyses, inventarisbeheer chemische producten en verbruiksgoederen, ondersteuning bij uitvoering experimenten en medeverantwoordelijkheid veiligheid en netheid van de labo’s.

Functie

• Je maakt als laborant(e) deel uit van het Administratief en Technisch Personeel (ATP) als “gespecialiseerd medewerker”.
• Je voert preventief en correctief onderhoud van de laboratoriumtoestellen en de geïnstalleerde ICT-infrastructuur uit.
• Je voert gespecialiseerde analyses (zoals ICP-MS, LC-MS, GC-MS) uit na interne opleiding en training.
• Je ondersteunt de administratie van de bestellingen van chemische producten en verbruiksgoederen voor de onderzoeksgroep en beheert de inventaris en voorraad.
• Je ondersteunt ELCAT-onderzoekers en studenten bij het correct uitvoeren van wetenschappelijke experimenten.
• Je bent verantwoordelijk voor het bijhouden en het naleven van de kwaliteits- en veiligheidsparameters in het labo.
• Je bent mee verantwoordelijk voor de veiligheid en netheid in de labo’s.

• Je bezit minstens een diploma van professionele bachelor in de chemie of laboratoriumtechnieken of gelijkwaardig door ervaring (met algemene labotechnieken).
• Een eerste ervaring met chromatografie is een pluspunt, maar in de eerste plaats ben je iemand die zich hier verder in wil verdiepen. Kennis van gekoppelde, meer gespecialiseerde technieken is een voordeel maar geen vereiste.
• Je hebt een basiskennis theoretische en praktische algemene chemie.
• Je bent proactief met veiligheid bezig en bent bereid hier expertise rond op te bouwen.
• Je kan vlot overweg met MS Office. Ervaring met chromatografische, spectroscopische of CAD software is een pluspunt.
• Je beschikt over een basiskennis computersystemen en bent bereid je hier in in te werken.
• Je bent in staat om je opdracht en doelstellingen met een grote mate van zelfstandigheid te realiseren.
• Je bent bereid je flexibel op te stellen wat betreft functie-inhoud.
• Je gaat kwaliteitsgericht, integer, creatief en samenwerkingsgericht te werk.
• Je beschikt over een goede mondelinge en schriftelijke kennis van het Engels.

• We bieden je een arbeidsovereenkomst van bepaalde duur voor één jaar. De aanstelling wordt hernieuwd na positieve evaluatie.
• Je ontvangt een bruto maandwedde binnen de gradenvork 4.1-6.1 van de loonschalen van het Administratief en Technisch Personeel als gespecialiseerd medewerker. Je aanvangsgraad (doorgaans graad 4) hangt af van je relevante professionele ervaring.
• Je krijgt maaltijdcheques, ecocheques, internet-connectiviteitsvergoeding, een groepsverzekering, een verzekering gewaarborgd inkomen en een fietsvergoeding of volledige terugbetaling van je woon-werkverkeer met het openbaar vervoer.
• Je hebt 40 vakantiedagen en een week collectieve sluiting tussen Kerstmis en Nieuwjaar.
• De voorziene startdatum is 1 augustus 2023 of zo spoedig mogelijk nadien.
• Je werkt op Campus Drie Eiken, in een dynamische en stimulerende werkomgeving.
• Lees hier meer over werken bij de Universiteit Antwerpen en ontdek alle andere voordelen.

• Je kan voor deze vacature solliciteren tot en met 31 mei 2023 via het online sollicitatieplatform van de Universiteit Antwerpen. Klik op de knop ‘Solliciteren’, vervolledig het online sollicitatieformulier en voeg zeker de volgende bijlages toe: je CV en een motivatiebrief.
• De selectiecommissie zal zo snel mogelijk na de sollicitatiedeadline alle sollicitaties bekijken. Zodra er een beslissing genomen is, brengen we je op de hoogte en informeren we je over de volgende stappen in de selectieprocedure.
• Bij vragen over het online sollicitatieformulier kan je de Frequently Asked Questions raadplegen of mailen naar jobs@uantwerpen.be. Bij inhoudelijke vragen over de functie kan je contact opnemen met professor Tom Breugelmans (elcat@uantwerpen.be).

De Europese Commissie bekroonde het HR-beleid van de Universiteit Antwerpen met de ‘HR Excellence in Research Award’. We zijn een duurzame, gezinsvriendelijke organisatie die maximaal in de groei van medewerkers investeert. We stimuleren diversiteit en hechten veel belang aan een inclusieve werkomgeving met gelijke kansen – ongeacht gender, functiebeperking, afkomst, levensbeschouwing, seksuele oriëntatie of leeftijd. Wij moedigen mensen met een diverse achtergrond en diverse eigenschappen aan om te solliciteren.

Solliciteer hier.