Summary
Ghent University invites applications for a Post-Doctoral Researcher position within the Faculty of Bioscience Engineering, focusing on Sustainable Systems Engineering.
Post-Doctoral Researcher position within the Faculty of Bioscience Engineering, focusing on Sustainable Systems Engineering, Belgium
Designation
Post-Doctoral Researcher
Job Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Faculty | Faculty of Bioscience Engineering |
| Department | BW24 – Groene Chemie en Technologie |
| Occupancy Rate | 100% |
| Number of Positions | 1 |
| Type of Employment | Contract of limited duration |
| Term of Assignment | 1 year |
| Wage Scale | PD1 to PD4 (doctoral degree) |
| Location | Ghent, Belgium |
Research Area
- Sustainable Systems Engineering
- Environmental Sustainability and Profitability
- Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)
- Techno-Economic Assessment (TEA)
Eligibility/Qualification
- Required Degree: PhD in Environmental Engineering, Bioscience Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science, Environmental Technology, or equivalent.
- Skills:
- Strong interest in scientific research.
- Experience in life cycle assessment and sustainability assessment methods.
- Organizational/managerial skills.
Job Description
The candidate will engage in projects like SUPROSEA and COMPASS, focusing on:
- Developing sustainability assessment methodologies.
- Advancing marine biodiversity assessments within LCA.
- Conducting techno-economic analyses and integrating various assessment methods.
- Project management activities, including dissemination and reporting.
Key Responsibilities
- Spend at least 70% of time on academic research.
- Participate in consortium management and partner meetings.
- Write reports and scientific articles.
- Support ongoing research projects within the group.
How to Apply
- Submit applications online via the e-recruitment system.
- Include the following documents:
- CV with academic transcript (merged into one PDF).
- Cover letter in PDF format.
- Transcript of relevant degree (with translation if necessary).
- Additional documents such as reference letters (optional).
Last Date to Apply
Applications must be submitted before October 4, 2026 (23:59 Brussels Time). Late applications will not be accepted.
Important: Do not send applications via email; they must be submitted through the online system.
For more information, please contact Dr. Ir. Erasmo Cadena at Erasmo.CadenaMartinez@UGent.be.
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