→ Apply until 05/08/2025 (DD/MM/YYYY) 23:59 (Brussels time)
→ Faculty of Sciences
→ Department WE06 - Chemistry
→ AAP temporary appointment - 100%
→ Number of openings: 1
→ Reference number: 202506/WE06/AS/019
ABOUT GHENT UNIVERSITY
Ghent University is a world of its own. Employing 15.000 people, it is actively involved in education and research, management and administration, and technical and social services on a daily basis. It is one of the largest, most exciting employers in the area and offers great career opportunities. With each of its 11 faculties and more than 100 departments offering state-of-the-art study programmes that are grounded in research in a wide range of academic fields, Ghent University is a logical choice for its employees as well as its students.
YOUR TASKS
- At least 50% of your assignment will be spent on academic research in preparation of a doctoral dissertation. This basic research is situated within crystallography and structural analysis by X-ray diffraction, with in particular the development of flexible and photodynamic “smart” crystals, as luminescent systems for optoelectronics and the conversion of light energy into mechanical motion. Such molecular crystals have applications ranging from optomechanical sensors, micro actuators, energy storage and conversion,... to soft robotics
- You will assist in the teaching activities of the Department of Chemistry, specifically within the field of structural analysis, as well as in general chemistry within the bachelor’s program, including within the Rehabilitation Sciences and Physiotherapy (Revaki)
- You will assist in the internal and external services of the department, including performing structure determinations for internal and external research groups
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
- You hold a degree of Master of Chemistry, or a Master of Biochemistry and Biotechnology, or a Master of Bioscience Engineering, or a Master of Physics and Astronomy, or a subject relevant by the selection committee, or equivalent. The degree requirement needs to be fulfilled at the start of your appointment
- For diplomas awarded outside the European Union, a certificate of equivalence (NARIC) must be submitted
- You are interested in academic and/or project-based research and services
- Any teaching experience or participation in extra training, conferences, etc. is recommended
- You have excellent teaching and communication skills
- You are proficient in Dutch
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
- We offer you a two-year appointment, which may be renewed twice for two years, on condition that the previous term was given a positive evaluation. Attention: If you have been previously appointed as a junior assistant or doctoral fellow at a university within the Flemish Community, this appointment will be deducted from the maximum term of appointment, which is six years at the most according to the Codex of Higher Education
- Your appointment will start on 1 October 2025 at the earliest
- Your remuneration will be determined according to salary scale AAP3. More information about our salary scales
- All Ghent University staff members enjoy a number of benefits, such as a wide range of training and education opportunities, 36 days of paid leave, bicycle commuting reimbursement, ecocheques, etc. A complete overview of all our fringe benefits
INTERESTED?
Apply online through the e-recruitment system before the application deadline (see above). We do not accept late applications or applications that are not sent through the online system.
Your application must include the following documents:
- In the field ‘Cv’: your cv and an overview of your study results and a summary of your Master’s dissertation (merged into one pdf file)
- In the field ‘Cover letter’: your application letter in pdf format
- In the field ‘Diploma’: a transcript of the required degree (if already in your possession) If you have a foreign diploma in a language other than our national languages (Dutch, French or German) or English, please add a translation in one of the mentioned languages
- In the field ‘Certificate of equivalence’: only for diplomas awarded outside the European Union a certificate of equivalence (NARIC) must be submitted (if already in your possession, if not, you need to be able to provide proof that you have applied for a certificate of equivalence at the start of your appointment). The certificate can be requested via www.naricvlaanderen.be/en. For diplomas awarded in the UK before January 31st of 2020, a certificate of equivalence is not required
Note that the maximum file size for each field is 10 MB.
As Ghent University maintains an equal opportunities and diversity policy, everyone is encouraged to apply for this position.
MORE INFORMATION
For more information about this vacancy, please contact Prof. Kristof Van Hecke ([email protected], +32 09/264 48 70).
Do you have a question regarding the online application process? Please read the FAQ or contact us via [email protected] or +32 9 264 34 36
