Researcher chemical reaction and reactor engineering (26993)

9 Mar 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

Ghent University

Research Field

Chemistry » Other
Engineering » Chemical engineering

Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)

Country

Belgium

Application Deadline

14 Mar 2024 - 22:59 (UTC)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Hours Per Week

38

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

   →  Apply before 14/03/2024 (DD/MM/YYYY) 23:59 (Brussels Time)
   →  Faculty of Engineering and Architecture  
   →  Department: EA11 - Materialen, Textiel en Chemische Proceskunde
   →  Occupancy rate: 100%
   →  Number of positions: 1    
   →  Type of employment: Contract of limited duration 
   →  Term of assignment: 20 maanden 
   →  Wage scale:  WM1 to WM4 (master degree or doctoral decree) 
   →  Required diploma: Master or 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 TASKS

 

• At least 70% of your assignment will be spent on academic research in a framework of catalytic reaction engineering: kinetic modeling, reactor design and process analysis. Particular attention will be paid to the comprehensive character of the models accounting for the reaction kinetics, the reactor configuration and the corresponding process scheme for a wide variety of reactions and possible feedstocks.
• Up to 10% of your time will be spent of scientific communication among project partners and project management.
• Up to 10% of your time will be spent on teaching assignments.
• Up to 10% of your time will be spent on coaching of students at the master level.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

 

• You hold a Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering; for diplomas awarded outside the European Union, a certificate of equivalence (NARIC) must be submitted. The degree requirements need to be fulfilled at the start of your appointment.
• Previous experience with kinetic modeling, reactor simulation and process analysis is required.
• You are an expert in the application of elementary chemical reaction kinetics, more specifically towards the simulation and the design of catalytic reactors. Experience in analyzing the interplay of different operating variables on the chemical kinetics is available.
• You are familiar with the simulation of chemical reactors, particularly with how transport phenomena can affect the behavior of an industrial reactor.
• Broad experience with modelling techniques, ranging from process simulations to the integrations of kinetics with data science, is considered as an advantage.
• Proven track record of technical writing through scientific publications in international peer-reviewed academic journals that are widely disseminated.
• Presentations at international research symposia.
• Excellent communication skills in English – both oral and written.
• International mindset and mobility, in view of the promotion of the interaction and collaboration between the project partners.
• Experience and proven interest in mentoring activities is considered as an advantage.
• Living in Belgium or ready to stay in Belgium during the research

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

 

• We offer you a contract of definite duration until December 2025 (included).
• Your contract will start on 1/05/2024 at the earliest.
• Your remuneration will be determined by salary scale WM1 to WM4 (if you hold a Master’s degree) or salary scale PD1 to PD4 (if you hold a doctorate).  Click here for more information about our salary scales .
• All Ghent University staff members enjoy a number of benefits, such as a wide range of training and education opportunities, 36 days of holiday leave (on an annual basis for a full-time job) supplemented by annual fixed bridge days, bicycle allowance and eco vouchers. Click here for a complete overview of all the staff benefits (in Dutch).

INTERESTED?

 

Apply online through the e-recruitment systembefore 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 an overview of your study results (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. Joris Thybaut ([email protected] , +32(0)9/331 17 52). Important: do NOT send your application by email, but apply online.

Do you have a question regarding the online application process? Please read our FAQ or contact helpdesk ([email protected] - tel. 09/264 98 98).

Requirements

Research Field

Chemistry

Years of Research Experience

1 - 4

Research Field

Engineering

Years of Research Experience

1 - 4

Additional Information

Website for additional job details

https://academicpositions.com

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

Ghent University

Country

Belgium

City

Ghent

Postal Code

9000

Street

Sint-Pietersnieuwstraat 33

Where to apply

Website

https://academicpositions.com/ad/ghent-university/2024/researcher-chemical-reac…

Contact

City

Ghent

Website

http://www.ugent.be/en

Postal Code

9000

STATUS: EXPIRED