Assistant department Green Chemistry and Technology

Organisation/Company Ghent University Research Field Chemistry » Analytical chemistry Chemistry » Inorganic chemistry Chemistry » Other Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Final date to receive applications 17 Feb 2026 - 22:59 (UTC) 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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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 in the domain of recycling, chemistry, technology and analysis of valuable and toxic trace elements in wastes and by-products.
• You will assist in the teaching activities at the department, specifically in the domain of analytical inorganic chemistry, technology and (environmental) chemistry of trace elements and sustainable raw materials management.
• You supervise students in the context of (lab) exercises, internships, bachelor’s and master’s theses.
• You will assist in the internal and external services of the department

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• You hold a degree of Master , with knowledge on environmental and analytical chemistry . 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, in the domain of recycling, chemistry, technology and analysis of valuable and toxic trace elements in wastes and by-products.
• Any teaching experience or participation in extra training, conferences, etc. is recommended
• You have excellent teaching and communication skills and are prepared to further improve these skills in function of the research and educational tasks
• You have a good knowledge of English
• Knowledge of Dutch is an advantage to be able to assist in the teaching activities in the Bachelor’s programs

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 March 2026at the earliest
• 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 systembefore the Final date to receive applications (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 (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  . 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. Gijs Du Laing ( , ).

Do you have a question regarding the online application process? Please read theFAQ or contact us via  .