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Post-doctoral two-phase flow and heat transfer phenomena in sustainable energy systems

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  • University/Institute Name University of Antwerp
  • Attendance Type On Campus
  • Position Funding Type Salary or Fellowship (for Postdocs)
  • Application deadlineExpired

Position Details (Postdoc)

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The research group Energy and Materials in Infrastructure and Buildings of the Faculty of Applied Engineering at the University of Antwerp is seeking post-doctoral candidates willing to write research proposals that tackle the challenges related to two-phase flow and heat transfer phenomena in sustainable energy systems.
External and internal post-doc researchers who are eligible to submit an FWO or MSCA post-doc application are invited to apply. The top ranked candidate(s) with the best profile (project proposal & CV) acquire a preparatory post-doctoral research mandate to further develop and submit a competitive research proposal to FWO (Flemish Science Foundation) or MSCA (Horizon Europe Marie Curie fellowships), with the University of Antwerp as host institution.
A preparatory full-time or part-time mandate of at least 6 months (up to a maximum of 12 months) will be provided.
Position
– You will start up a research line in the field of two-phase flow and heat transfer and prepare and submit proposals for funding to support this research line.
– You will assist in ongoing research projects of the EMIB research group and the coordination thereof.
– You will assist in the supervision of PhD student and other team members.
– You will aid in teaching the courses ‘2-Warmteleer’, ‘4-Toegepaste Stromingsleer’ and ‘II-Thermal System Optimisation’.
– You will assist in the broader management and coordination of the research team.
Profile
– You hold a PhD in (Electromechanical) Engineering (or you will have obtained it by the time you start work).
– Your research qualities are in line with the faculty and university research policies.
– Your teaching competences are in line with the University of Antwerp’s educational vision.
– You act with attention to quality, integrity, creativity and cooperation.
– You can speak and write fluently in English.
– You comply with the FWO Post Doc and Marie Sklodowska-Curie Post-doc eligibility criteria.
– You can collaborate with and guide colleagues and work well in a team, while at the same time you can work on your own research independently.
What we offer
– The planned start date is 1 May 2025 or as soon as possible after that date.
– Appointments are made in one of the following categories, depending on your profile:
– Postdoctoral scholarship holder:Note: in order to be eligible in this statute, you must have spent at least 12 months of the three years prior to the start date as a postdoctoral scholarship holder abroad and did not work or study in Belgium during these 12 months. Short-term stays (e.g. holidays, participation in conferences, preparation for this stay as a postdoctoral scholarship holder) will not be taken into account.We offer a full-time appointment for a period of 10 months.Your monthly scholarship amount is calculated according to the scholarship amounts for postdoctoral scholarship holders on the pay scales for Contract Research Staff (Dutch: Bijzonder Academisch Personeel, BAP).You will receive ecocheques, Internet-connectivity allowance and a bicycle allowance or a full reimbursement of public transport costs for commuting.
– Note: in order to be eligible in this statute, you must have spent at least 12 months of the three years prior to the start date as a postdoctoral scholarship holder abroad and did not work or study in Belgium during these 12 months. Short-term stays (e.g. holidays, participation in conferences, preparation for this stay as a postdoctoral scholarship holder) will not be taken into account.
– We offer a full-time appointment for a period of 10 months.
– Your monthly scholarship amount is calculated according to the scholarship amounts for postdoctoral scholarship holders on the pay scales for Contract Research Staff (Dutch: Bijzonder Academisch Personeel, BAP).
– You will receive ecocheques, Internet-connectivity allowance and a bicycle allowance or a full reimbursement of public transport costs for commuting.
– Postdoctoral researcher (contractual):We offer a full-time or part-time appointment for a period of 10 months.Your gross monthly salary is calculated according to the pay scale for a principal research fellow in the Contract Research Staff category (Dutch: Bijzonder Academisch Personeel, BAP).You will receive 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.
– We offer a full-time or part-time appointment for a period of 10 months.
– Your gross monthly salary is calculated according to the pay scale for a principal research fellow in the Contract Research Staff category (Dutch: Bijzonder Academisch Personeel, BAP).
– You will receive 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 will do most of your work at campus Groenenborger in a dynamic and stimulating working environment.
– Find out more about working at the University of Antwerp here.
Want to apply?
– You can apply for this vacancy through the University of Antwerp’s online job application platform up to and including 20 February 2025 (by midnight Brussels time). Click on the ‘Apply’ button and complete the online application form. Be sure to include the following attachments:a motivation letteryour academic CVa research proposal in the field of two-phase flow and heat transfer for sustainable energy systems. The goal of this proposal is to improve the fundamental understanding of one or multiple of the physical processes occurring in these systems, thereby allowing more efficient and sustainable design and operation. The research has to use a novel method and can either be through simulations (original modelling methods) or experiments (innovative measurement techniques). This proposal should be a written paper of maximum two pages, containing a brief context, the main challenges, objectives and short methodology.
– a motivation letter
– your academic CV
– a research proposal in the field of two-phase flow and heat transfer for sustainable energy systems. The goal of this proposal is to improve the fundamental understanding of one or multiple of the physical processes occurring in these systems, thereby allowing more efficient and sustainable design and operation. The research has to use a novel method and can either be through simulations (original modelling methods) or experiments (innovative measurement techniques). This proposal should be a written paper of maximum two pages, containing a brief context, the main challenges, objectives and short methodology.
– The selection committee reviews all applications as soon as possible after the application deadline. As soon as a decision is made, we will notify you. If you are still eligible after the pre-selection, you will be informed about the possible next step(s) in the selection procedure.
– If you have any questions about the online application form, please check the frequently asked questions or send an email to [email protected]. If you have any questions about the job itself, please contact prof. Ilya T’Jollyn at [email protected].
The University of Antwerp received the European Commission’s HR Excellence in Research Award for its HR policy. We are 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.

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