Postdoctoral Researcher in Chemical Recycling: Ghent University is seeking a full-time Postdoctoral Researcher to join its Faculty of Engineering and Architecture. The successful candidate will focus on the field of chemical recycling of plastic waste, contributing to innovative research and project management with various stakeholders in the chemical industry.
Postdoctoral Researcher in Chemical Recycling of Plastic Waste
Designation
Position: Postdoctoral Researcher
Job ID: 29460
Type of Employment: Contract of unlimited duration with clause
Occupancy Rate: 100%
Term of Assignment: 2 years
Wage Scale: PD1 to PD4 (Doctoral degree)
Table of Job Details
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Faculty | Faculty of Engineering and Architecture |
| Department | EA11 – Materialen, Textiel en Chemische Proceskunde |
| Number of Positions | 1 |
| Start Date | 01/02/2026 (earliest) |
| Annual Leave | 36 days (for full-time job) |
Research Area
Chemical recycling of plastic waste
Location
Ghent University, Belgium
Eligibility/Qualification
- A thesis-based doctorate in chemical engineering (obtained no more than 6 years ago)
- Strong experimental and analytical skills
- Experience with experimental work
- Proficiency in two-dimensional gas chromatography (GC × GC) coupled with diverse detectors
- Expertise in chemical recycling including pyrolysis, steam cracking, and mass balance allocation
- Experience with process modeling and simulation software (e.g., Aspen Plus, COILSIM1D)
- Proven project management experience and successful acquisition of research funding
- Excellent organizational skills and experience in coordinating projects with multiple stakeholders
- Experience supervising PhD and master’s students
- Excellent command of English (oral and written)
Job Description
The Postdoctoral Researcher will:
- Conduct research in chemical recycling of plastic waste.
- Provide guidance to PhD and master’s students.
- Engage in project management with multiple stakeholders.
- Draft scientific project proposals and initiate bilateral projects with leading companies.
- Address the impact of plastic waste on pyrolysis processes and upgrading of pyrolysis oils to high-quality petrochemical feedstocks.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply online through the e-recruitment system by submitting:
- A CV and a transcript of academic records (merged into one PDF)
- A cover letter in PDF format
- A transcript of the required degree (if available)
Please note: Applications sent via email will not be accepted.
Last Date to Apply
Deadline: 04/01/2026 (DD/MM/YYYY) by 23:59 (Brussels Time)
For more information, contact Prof. Kevin Van Geem at Kevin.VanGeem@UGent.be or call +32(0)9/264 55 97.
Ghent University promotes a policy of equal opportunities and encourages everyone to apply for this position.
