PhD Position in Microplastic Exposure: The Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at Utrecht University invites applications for a fully funded PhD position focused on quantifying indoor and occupational microplastic exposure and designing interventions to mitigate this exposure.
PhD Position in Quantifying Indoor and Occupational Microplastic Exposure
Designation
PhD Candidate – Quantifying Indoor and Occupational Microplastic Exposure
Details Table
| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Environmental Health, Microplastics, Exposure Assessment |
| Location | Utrecht Science Park, Utrecht, Netherlands |
| Eligibility/Qualification | Master’s degree in Chemistry or a related field |
| Salary | €3,059 – €3,881 (gross monthly, depending on experience) |
| Application Deadline | 28 February 2026 |
Research Area
The research will explore indoor and occupational exposure to microplastics, employing a multidisciplinary approach encompassing environmental exposure assessment, analytical chemistry, behavioral science, and stakeholder engagement.
Location
Utrecht Science Park, Utrecht, Netherlands, with research conducted at Utrecht University and the Netherlands Organisation for Applied Scientific Research (TNO).
Eligibility/Qualification
- A Master’s degree in Chemistry or a closely related field.
- Strong interest in environmental health and analytical techniques.
- Experience with laboratory work and familiarity with spectroscopy or chromatography methods.
- Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
- Good communication skills in English (knowledge of Dutch is an advantage).
Description
The PhD position entails:
- Conducting indoor air measurements in residential and workplace settings.
- Utilizing active air-sampling setups for microplastic collection.
- Analyzing samples with advanced techniques (TED-GC/MS, SEM-EDX, µ-FTIR).
- Processing complex datasets to identify exposure patterns.
- Designing and evaluating intervention strategies.
- Publishing findings in peer-reviewed journals and presenting at conferences.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send the following documents via the ‘apply now’ button:
- A letter of motivation
- Curriculum vitae
- Names and contact information of at least two referees
Last Date for Apply
28 February 2026
For more information, please contact:
- Dr. Luke Parker at luke.parker@tno.nl
- Prof. Dr. Roel Vermeulen at r.c.h.vermeulen@uu.nl
Apply now to join our team and contribute to crucial microplastics research!
