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The Mobile Chemistry Group at the Van’t Hoff Institute for Molecular Sciences (HIMS) is seeking a highly motivated PhD candidate to contribute to cutting-edge research on the catalytic conversion of syngas to fine chemicals. This project is part of a broader effort to establish a sustainable production chain for green chemicals, with a particular focus on the utilization of syngas streams rich in unreacted CO₂. You will investigate catalytic processes that can efficiently convert syngas into high-value fine chemicals, explore the direct use of syngas containing residual CO₂ to minimize separation costs, conduct proof-of-concept experiments using commercially available syngas mixtures followed by validation using syngas generated in pilot plants, and contribute to the industrial feasibility of photocatalytic syngas production by identifying highly profitable applications in fine chemicals Contribute to the industrial feasibility of photocatalytic syngas production. In addition, the project will develop new technologies for continuous flow methods for sustainable processing. This includes optimizing process control for syngas conversion, reactor scalability and photo-assisted reaction efficiency. This work will build on recent advances in photoreactor systems, using automation and modular design to accelerate catalyst screening and reaction optimization.
offer requirements
Master’s degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering or related field; ability and willingness to work in an interdisciplinary team; strong desire to work with the latest technologies, such as flow chemistry or automation; motivation to solve challenging research problems; team player; strong oral and written English.
offer benefits/salary
Temporary contract for 38 hours per week for 4 years (initial contract is for 18 months and will be extended to 4 years after satisfactory evaluation). The desired start date will be negotiated with Prof. Noel. This will lead to a thesis (doctoral dissertation). We will draft an educational program that will include participation in courses and (international) conferences. We would also like you to assist in the teaching of undergraduate and master’s students. The gross monthly salary is calculated on the basis of a 38-hour working week and ranges from €2,901 (first year) to €3,707 (final year). This does not include a vacation allowance of 8% and a year-end allowance of 8.3%. UFO profile Promovendus applies. a favorable tax agreement, the “30% Statute”, may apply to non-Dutch applicants. The Dutch University Collective Labor Agreement applies. In addition to the salary and the dynamic and challenging environment of the Science Park, we offer you a wide range of benefits: 232 hours of vacation per year (on a full-time basis) as well as additional vacation time between Christmas and January 1; a wide range of courses for academic staff on topics such as leadership; a wide range of courses on topics such as time management, stress management, and an e-learning platform with more than 100 different courses; 7 weeks of paid 7 weeks of paid maternity leave (partner’s leave); partially paid parental leave; ABP pension, for which the UvA pays two-thirds of the premiums; possibility to take a Dutch language course. Would you like to know more about our extensive secondary employment benefits? Please click here!