Tewerkstellingspercentage: Voltijds
Locatie: Brugge
Functionele Materialen (SIEM), Campus Brugge
Solliciteren tot en met: 21/02/2023
Tags: Industriële Ingenieurswetenschappen, Ingenieurswetenschappen
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(ref. BAP-2023-4)Laatst aangepast : 2/01/2023
KU Leuven is one of the top 50 universities in the world, and has been ranked as the most innovative university in Europe, and 7th in the world (Reuters, 2019). The New Materials group at Campus Bruges belongs to the Department of Materials Engineering. The group is divided in two subgroups, ProPoliS concentrates mainly on polymer processing, whereas the Interfacial and Surface Engineering Research group (iR group) focuses on the development of novel and advanced materials through modification of material interfaces for several application domains (energy, construction, transport, health).
Responsibilities
Sustainability is more critical than ever because of the current challenges of environmental pollution and finite resources. Fossil fuel resources are dwindling, and importantly, burning of fossil fuels has been a main contributor to the massive increase in the greenhouse gas carbon dioxide concentration in the atmosphere, causing global warming. The action of transitioning towards renewable energy resources still requires capturing and converting CO2, as well as solutions to deal with the huge energy storage need linked with the use of intermittent energy resources such as solar and wind energy and for mobile applications.
The goal of the research project is to develop an energy and water supply system. The focus of the research position is on the environment, batteries and water supply system technologies. Water treatment systems will be evaluated for the production of potable and sanitary grade water from natural water resources, and water filtration systems for the generation of high purity deionised water. Moreover, a review will be made of the latest eco-friendly battery system technologies.
We are looking for a first-class,motivated, hard-working researcher, who will conduct innovative research in the field of water treatment and energy storage. The ideal candidate has excellent engineering and chemical laboratory skills, and a strong interest in water filtration and batteries.
Successful completion of the research project will result in a number of scientific international journal papers. Results from the research will be published in international scientific journals, and will be presented at conferences and to interested companies and potential users.
Profile
The candidate:
– Holds a European master degree in engineering technology, chemical engineering or equivalent and ranks within the top 10% of his/her class
– Has a strong interest and knowledge in the field of water treatment and energy conversion and storage
– Has strong communication skills and is willing to present their research results at national and international conferences, and on social media, as well as writing research papers for publication in international peer-reviewed journals
– Is willing to help in teaching activities and co-supervision of undergraduate projects
– Is willing to write a PhD fellowship proposal
– Is flexible, has good time management skills and self-discipline, can work independently as well as in a team
– Has a creative, critical,analytical and innovative mindset
– Is very fluent in English both spoken and written
– Experience as a researcher or in industry is a plus
– Having authored or co-authored peer-reviewed publications is a plus
Offer
We offer a fulltime two year contract, and the research could be continued if the candidate obtains a FWO PhD fellowship.Your main working place is the Brugge campus.
The KU Leuven pursues a policy of equal opportunity and diversity.
Interested?
For more information please contact Prof. dr. Veerle Vandeginste, tel.: +32 50 66 49 32, mail: veerle.vandeginste@kuleuven.be.
You can apply for this job no later than February 21st 2023 via the online application tool.
In addition to your CV and motivation letter, please add a pdf version of your Master thesis, an overview of your study results, and the contact details of two references.
KU Leuven seeks to foster an environment where all talents can flourish, regardless of gender, age, cultural background,nationality or impairments. If you have any questions relating to accessibility or support, please contact us at diversiteit.HR@kuleuven.be.
You can apply for this job no later than February 21, 2023 via the online application tool
KU Leuven seeks to foster an environment where all talents can flourish, regardless of gender, age, cultural background, nationality or impairments. If you have any questions relating to accessibility or support, please contact us at diversiteit.HR@kuleuven.be.
