Assistant Professor in Heat Conversion and Storage

University of Twente, Netherlands

Updated: 12 months ago
Deadline: 30 Apr 2023

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  • Assistant Professor in Heat Conversion and Storage

    • Key takeaways

    The challenge

    We are seeking a scientist with a passion for exploring experimental techniques in sustainable heat processes including the storage, conversion and transfer of heat, with applications in heat management of devices, industrial waste heat recovery, and evaluation of materials for energy storage and conversion. As a member of our thermal conversion and storage team, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge research projects aimed at developing new technologies and approaches to decarbonize heat to meet the most pressing challenges of the industry today.

    In addition to conducting research, you will be expected to foster collaboration with other groups at the university, national, and international levels. You will have the opportunity to share your expertise in experimental techniques in heat and mass transfer by teaching courses at both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels, as well as supervising MSc projects.

    As an assistant professor, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive work environment that encourages growth and development.


    Information and application

    Please submit your application before 1st May 2023 via the "Apply Now" button below, including:

    • a curriculum vitae;
    • a list of publications;
    • a research and teaching statement;
    • and three names of potential references.

    For more information please contact Dr. Mina Shahi ([email protected]).

    The interviews will take place in the first two weeks of June 2023. A possible second round of interviews will be scheduled when needed. We look forward to receiving your application and welcoming you to our team.

    Women are explicitly asked to apply for this position. This is part of the University of Twente’s strategy to increase the proportion of women among its faculty and to create a working environment that is diverse and inclusive and supportive of excellence in research and teaching.


    About the organisation

    The Faculty of Engineering Technology (ET) engages in education and research of Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering and Industrial Design Engineering. We enable society and industry to innovate and create value using efficient, solid and sustainable technology. We are part of a ‘people-first' university of technology, taking our place as an internationally leading center for smart production, processes and devices in five domains: Health Technology, Maintenance, Smart Regions, Smart Industry and Sustainable Resources. Our faculty is home to about 2,900 Bachelor's and Master's students, 550 employees and 150 PhD candidates. Our educational and research programmes are closely connected with UT research institutes Mesa+ Institute, TechMed Center and Digital Society Institute.


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