Post-doc in Polymer engineering (1.0 FTE)

Founded in 1614, the University of Groningen, the Netherlands, enjoys an international reputation as a dynamic and innovative institution of higher education offering high-quality teaching and research. Flexible study programmes and academic career opportunities in a wide variety of disciplines encourage the 36,000 students and researchers alike to develop their own individual talents. As one of the best research universities in Europe, the University of Groningen has joined forces with other top universities and networks worldwide to become a truly global centre of knowledge.

The research institute ENTEG is an engineering science and technology institute that has the capability to analyse, explore and design new technologies that are based on the integration of fundamental and engineering sciences. As such, the research in the institute focuses on current and future activities in a number of processing and production sectors such as processing, high tech and discrete production and interface industries.

The group of Prof. Ranjita K. Bose has an open position for a 5-month postdoctoral researcher. The primary goal of the selected postdoc will be to support the research in the Bose group on functional polymers. Familiarity and experience with one or more of the following topics is ideal:

• solvent-free synthesis of polymer thin films and coatings
• polymer foaming using supercritical CO2
• self-healing, thermoreversible and recyclable polymer networks
• polymer structure-property-processing relationships.

Applicants must have obtained a Ph.D. in polymer chemistry, polymer engineering, materials/chemical engineering or a related field. The candidate should have:

• a creative, open and resilient mind,
• a resourceful attitude and problem-solving approach,
• good English skills,
• excellent interpersonal skills combined with an ability to work efficiently both independently and in a team, and
• leadership skills to support other PhD and MSc reseaerchers in the group.

We offer you in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities:

• a salary from a minimum of € 3,557 gross per month up to a maximum of € 4,670 gross per month (salary scale 10) based on a full-time position and dependent on qualifications and work experience
• a position limited to a period of 5 months
• a full-time position (1.0 FTE)
• a holiday allowande of 8% gross annual income
• an 8.3% year-end bonus and participation in a pension schema for employees.

The preferred starting date is as soon as possible after 1 December 2022.

For information you can contact:

Prof. Ranjita K. Bose,   [email protected]

(please do not use the email addresses above for applications)