PhD position Sustainable Organic Chemistry; Flow Chemistry

Organisation/Company Universiteit Antwerpen Department Chemistry Research Field Chemistry › Organic chemistry Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions PhD Positions Final date to receive applications 11 Jan 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Brussels) Country Belgium Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

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You will be working towards your PhD degree in the Maes group of the division Organic Synthesis (ORSY) of the Department of Chemistry. The Maes group is a partner in the Centre of Excellence CASCH and the Valorization Platform In Sus Chem  of the University of Antwerp. Your research project will deal with the development of new continuous flow chemistry methods to transform bio-renewable platform molecules into building blocks for the chemical industry of the future.

As a holder of a master diploma with a very good theoretical and practical knowledge of organic synthetic chemistry you will develop novel continuous flow chemistry methods towards transformation of bio-renewable platform molecules using several classes of organic reactions. The Maes group hosts state-of-the art continuous flow equipment and is located in a brand-new building with state-of-the- art facilities on campus CGB.

Application process:Does this opening appeal to you? Please send a detailed CV, motivation letter and contact details of minimum 1 previous supervisor to  before January 11th 2026. Only applications with all requested info included will be considered. Please mention “ Application PhD Flow 2026 ” in the subject line.

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Research Field Chemistry › Organic chemistry Education Level Master Degree or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

The ideal candidate for this position holdsa master degree in chemistry or master degree in bioscience engineering (option chemistry) with hands-on experience in analytical separation techniques, mass spectrometry, preparative purification techniques, and structural characterization of organic molecules.
Master students in their last year are encouraged to apply. Previous experience with continuous flow chemistry is an advantage. The ability to work in a team as well as good communication/writing skills and a good mastery of the English language are required. Interest in multidisciplinary research and in collaborations with industry is an advantage. You are willing to apply for an external personal grant to support your PhD.