→ Apply before 28/05/2025 (DD/MM/YYYY) 23:59 (Brussels Time)
→ Faculty of Engineering and Architecture
→ Department: EA11 - Materialen, Textiel en Chemische Proceskunde
→ Occupancy rate:100%
→ Number of positions: 1
→ Type of employment: Contract of limited duration
→ Term of assignment: 1 year
→ Wage scale: WM1 to WM4 (master degree or doctoral degree)
→ Required diploma:Master or PhD
ABOUT GHENT UNIVERSITY
Ghent University is a world of its own. Employing more than 15,000 people, it is actively involved in education and research, management and administration, as well as technical and social service provision on a daily basis. It is one of the largest, most exciting employers in the area and offers great career opportunities. With its 11 faculties and more than 80 departments offering state-of-the-art study programmes grounded in research in a wide range of academic fields, Ghent University is a logical choice for its staff and students.
YOUR TASKS
You will work on a 12-month research project on advanced process intensification for amine-based CO₂ capture systems.
Your key responsibilities include:
- Developing rate-based process models in ASPEN Plus to simulate CO₂ absorption-desorption systems with realistic mass transfer and chemical kinetics
- Implementing thermodynamic models and kinetic parameters for conventional and mixed amine solvents
- Conducting techno-economic analysis to evaluate energy integration strategies and heat pump configurations
- Analysing CO₂ absorption mechanisms and their impact on CO₂ loading capacity and regeneration energy requirements
- Investigating synergies between process modifications and kinetic enhancement options
- Performing performance assessments using industrial KPIs including energy efficiency and capital/operational costs
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
- You hold a Master’s degree (or preferably graduate/finishing PhD) in chemical engineering.
- You have a thorough understanding, knowledge and expertise in the field of chemical engineering.
- You have a thorough understanding and knowledge of carbon capture technologies.
- You have expertise in chemical process simulation, process design and heat integration methodologies.
- You have experience with process simulators: Aspen Plus, HYSYS, PetroSIM
- You have experience performing techno-economic or life cycle assessment and publications in the field.
- You have hands-on experience performing research for industrial partners as well as reporting to them.
- Excellent communication skills in English – both oral and written as well as mediation skills
- You live in Belgium or are willing to settle here for the duration of the appointment.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
- We offer you a contract of definite duration for the period from 1 year.
- Your contract will start on 1/09/2025 at the earliest.
- Your remuneration will be determined by salary scale WM1 to WM4 (if you hold a Master’s degree) or salary scale PD1 to PD4 (if you hold a doctorate). Click here for 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 holiday leave (on an annual basis for a full-time job) supplemented by annual fixed bridge days, bicycle allowance and eco vouchers. Click here for a complete overview of all the staff 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 submitted through the online system.
Your application must include the following documents:
- In the field ‘CV’: your CV and a transcript of your academic record (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 “other documents”: a reference letter, an overview of your study results, …
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. Kevin Van Geem ([email protected], +32(0)9/264.55.97). Important: do NOT send your application by email, but apply online.
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
