Assistant department of Materials, Textiles and Chemical Engineering

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Assistant department of Materials, Textiles and Chemical Engineering

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Offer Description→ Apply until 25/06/2024 (DD/MM/YYYY) 23:59 (Brussels time)
→ Faculty of Engineering and Architecture
→ Department EA11 – Department of Materials, Textiles and Chemical Engineering
→ AAP temporary appointment – 100%
→ Number of openings: 1
→ Reference number: 202406/EA11/AS/020ABOUT GHENT UNIVERSITYGhent University is a world of its own. Employing 15,000 people, it is actively involved in education and research, management and administration, and technical and social services on a daily basis. It is one of the largest, most exciting employers in the area and offers great career opportunities. With each of its 11 faculties and more than 100 departments offering state-of-the-art study programmes that are grounded in research in a wide range of academic fields, Ghent University is a logical choice for its employees as well as its students.YOUR TASKS

• At least 50% of your assignment will be spent on academic research in preparation of a doctoral dissertation (experience in blending of polymer materials and characterization is an added value).
• You will assist in the teaching activities at the department, specifically the following courses and disciplines: polymer technology, polymer and composite materials, in particular for the courses offered by the SVO CPMT (Centre for Polymer and Material Technologies). This also includes course components that require support in Dutch.
• You will assist in the internal and external services of the department.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• You hold one of the following degrees

• Master of Science in Chemical Engineering Technology;
• Master of Science in Electromechanical Engineering Technology;
• Master of Science in Sustainable Materials Engineering

or an equivalent degree.

• The degree requirement needs to be fulfilled at the start of your appointment.
• For diplomas awarded outside the European Union, a certificate of equivalence (NARIC) must be submitted.
• You are interested in academic and/or project-based research and services, in particular the combination of experimental and theoretical research in the context of establishing relationships between processing parameters and the quality of final polymer products, including blending. Experience with extrusion and injection-based polymer processing and materials characterization at different scales is an added value.
• Any teaching experience or participation in extra training, conferences, etc. is recommended.
• You have excellent teaching and communication skills and can support educational activities in both Dutch and English.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

• We offer you a two-year appointment, which may be renewed twice for two years, on condition that the previous term was given a positive evaluation. Attention: If you have been previously appointed as a junior assistant or doctoral fellow at a university within the Flemish Community, this appointment will be deducted from the maximum term of appointment, which is six years at the most according to the Codex of Higher Education.
• Your appointment will start on 1 September 2024 at the earliest.
• Your remuneration will be determined according to salary scale AAP3.

. * All Ghent University staff members enjoy a number of benefits, such as a wide range of training and education opportunities, 36 days of paid leave, bicycle commuting reimbursement, ecocheques, etc.
.INTERESTED?Apply online through the e-recruitment systembefore the application deadline (see above). We do not accept late applications or applications that are not sent 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 ‘Certificate of equivalence’: only for diplomas awarded outside the European Union a certificate of equivalence (NARIC) must be submitted (if already in your possession, if not, you need to be able to provide proof that you have applied for a certificate of equivalence at the start of your appointment). The certificate can be requested via

. * For diplomas awarded in the UK before January 31st of 2020, a certificate of equivalence is not required.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 INFORMATIONFor more information about this vacancy, please contact Prof. Ludwig Cardon ( , +32 9 3310391).Do you have a question regarding the online application process? Please read the or contact us via or +32 9 264 34 36Where to apply WebsiteRequirementsResearch Field Chemistry Years of Research Experience 1 – 4Research Field Engineering Years of Research Experience 1 – 4Research Field Engineering Years of Research Experience 1 – 4Research Field Engineering Years of Research Experience 1 – 4Research Field Engineering Years of Research Experience 1 – 4Research Field Technology Years of Research Experience 1 – 4Additional InformationWebsite for additional job detailsWork Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Ghent University Country Belgium City Ghent Postal Code 9000 Street Sint-Pietersnieuwstraat 33Contact CityGhent WebsitePostal Code9000STATUS: EXPIREDShare this page

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Gand, Flandre-Orientale

Job date

Thu, 13 Jun 2024 03:55:13 GMT

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