The position includes technical support within the Electrification Institute, specifically for the research groups ELCAT, PLASMANT and ElectrifHY, in building their reactors and connection with (HV) power supplies. These groups are performing world-class research in the field of sustainable chemistry by electrochemistry, plasma technology and other electrified reactors, e.g., for CO2 conversion to renewable fuels and green H2 production.You will support the Institute in:
- Purchase, installation and maintenance of equipment (and components) in the labs, among others, electrochemical, plasma and other electrified reactors and high voltage generators;
- Technical training and guidance of bachelor, master and PhD students and postdocs in using these reactors and high voltage generators;
Specific tasks:
- You help with the design and construction of these reactors and tailor-made experimental set-ups, with main focus on the electrical equipment.
- You work out the risk and safety analyses for working with electrified reactors and high voltage;
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- We offer a permanent contract for an indefinite period in a very dynamic research environment.
- You will receive a gross monthly salary within pay band 7.1-9.1 of the of the Administrative and Technical Personnel. Your entry-level grade (usually grade 7) will depend on your relevant professional experience. If you work part time, your salary is calculated proportionally on the basis of your employment percentage.
- You will receive meal vouchers, ecocheques, Internet-connectivity allowance, a group insurance, an income protection insurance, and a bicycle allowance or a full reimbursement of public transport costs for commuting.
- You can work according to a flexible working schedule.
- You will have 40 days holidays and a collective closing week between Christmas and New Year.
- You work at BlueApp, the pre-incubator for Sustainable Chemistry of the University of Antwerp, in a brand-new building, with dedicated research labs and a pilot hall, at the Blue Gate site (Olieweg 97, Antwerpen), in a dynamic and stimulating working environment.
- Find out more about working at the University of Antwerp here and discover all the other benefits.
How to apply?- You can apply until and including Tuesday, September 10th, 2024, through the University of Antwerp’s online job application platform of Universiteit Antwerpen. Click on 'apply for job', complete the online application form and don’t forget to include the following document(s):
- motivation letter,
- copy of diploma,
- one or more references.
- The selection commission will review all applications as soon as possible after the application deadline. As soon as a decision has been made, we will inform you about next step(s) in the selection procedure.
- If you have questions about the online application form, you can check the Frequently Asked Questions or mail at Show emailaddressjobs@uantwerpen.be. For content-related questions, you can contact Quinten Van Avondt, business director of ELIN, Show emailaddressquinten.vanavondt@uantwerpen.be; prof. Tom Breugelmans, research group ELCAT, Show emailaddresstom.breugelmans@uantwerpen.be; prof. Annemie Bogaerts, research group PLASMANT, Show emailaddressannemie.bogaerts@uantwerpen.be, or prof. Patrice Perreault, research group ElectrifHy and BlueApp, Show emailaddressPatrice.perreault@uantwerpen.be.
The University of Antwerp is a sustainable, family-friendly organisation which invests in its employees’ growth. We encourage diversity and attach great importance to an inclusive working environment and equal opportunities, regardless of gender identity, disability, race, ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation or age. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds and with diverse characteristics to apply.