2017BAPFWETEF146 - Postdoctoral researcher in the area of X-ray based characterization of materials

The Faculty of Sciences is seeking to fill a full-time (100%) vacancy in the Department of Chemistry,  in the framework of the Center of Excellence on Green Chemistry AGRECHEM, for a postdoctoral researcher (with subsidy) in the area of  X-ray based characterization of materials.

For more information on the different AGRECHEM groups and their research, please see:

• Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry & Speciation: https://www.uantwerpen.be/en/rg/axes/
• Laboratory of Adsorption & Catalysis: https://www.uantwerpen.be/en/rg/ladca/ 
• Organic Synthesis: https://www.uantwerpen.be/en/rg/orsy/
• Biophysics and Biomedical Physics: https://www.uantwerpen.be/en/rg/bimef
• Experimental Physics of Condensed Matter: https://www.uantwerpen.be/en/rg/ecm

Job description

• You will be working in the research group AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry & Speciation) and contribute to research in the field of synchrotron radiation based analysis and speciation of metal-containing compounds.
• Next to experimental research, the candidate is expected to perform a number of management tasks, such as supporting grant and manuscript writing, active representation of the group in and outside the university and stimulating the collaboration between the participating teams of the AGRECHEM Centre of Excellence.   

Profile and requirements

• You hold a doctorate degree (PhD) in Chemistry or Physics with experience in the use of X-ray based analytical methods for materials characterization. Previous experience at synchrotron radiation facilities and in particular with X-ray absorption spectroscopy and/or X-ray diffraction or equivalent methods is an added plus.
• Several one week stays per year at (European) synchrotron facilities is part of the job.
• Your academic qualities comply with the requirements stipulated in the university’s policy.
• The focus in your teaching corresponds to the educational vision of the university.
• You are quality-oriented, conscientious, creative and cooperative.
• You have strong communication skills.
• You are fluent in academic English (speaking and writing)

We offer

• an appointment as a postdoctoral researcher for a period of one year, with a possibility of renewal depending on external funding.
• the date of appointment: 1 October 2017.
• a gross monthly grant ranging from € 3.974,32- € 6.195,62
• a dynamic and stimulating work environment.

How to apply?

• Please send your application, accompanied by your CV and cover letter to: koen.janssensuantwerpen.be, until the closing date of 1 August 2017.
• A pre-selection will be made from amongst the submitted applications.
• The remainder of the selection procedure is specific to the position and will be determined by the selection panel.
• For questions about the profile and the description of duties, please contact Prof. Koen Janssens, koen. janssensuantwerpen,be (AXES Research Group) and Prof. Pegie Cool, pegie.cooluantwerpen.be (spokesperson AGRECHEM).