Job ID: 29571
→ Apply before 27/01/2026 (DD/MM/YYYY) 23:59 (Brussels Time)
→ Faculty of Bioscience Engineering
→ Department: BW24 – Groene Chemie en Technologie
→ Occupancy rate:40%
→ Number of positions: 1
→ Type of employment: Contract of limited duration
→ Term of assignment: 24 maanden
→ Wage scale: WM1 to WM4 (master degree)
→ Required diploma:Master
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
- Your assignment involves carrying out substantive and support activities within the West Flanders–Zhejiang pilot project focusing on the monitoring of centralised and decentralised water treatment systems. This includes, among other things, on site sampling and analysis at various treatment facilities, covering parameters such as COD, nitrogen, phosphorus and metals. The collected data are processed, analysed and correlated, followed by scientific reporting of the obtained results. You are also responsible for project reporting.
- In addition, your assignment includes performing analytical work, laboratory experiments and service activities related to water treatment within the framework of the LED Water project, in close collaboration with VITO. You are responsible for data processing, scientific analysis and reporting of the conducted experiments, including the preparation of interim reports and the final project report.
- Furthermore, you are expected to contribute to the organisation of project related events (such as workshops, meetings and dissemination activities) and to provide support to other doctoral researchers within the research team.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
- You hold a Master’s degree Master of Science in Industrial Sciences: Environmental Science, Master of Science in Industrial Sciences: Chemical technology, Master of Science in Bio‑Industrial Sciences: Circular Bioprocess Technology, Master of Science in Bio‑Engineering Sciences: Environmental Technology, Master of Science in Bio‑Engineering Sciences: Chemistry and Bioprocess Technology, Master of Science in Sciences
- You have an interest in scientific and/or project-based research and services.
- You possess strong communication skills.
- Preferably, you already have some experience with sampling at companies and/or water technology experiments and analyses.
- A first industrial and/or international experience is an advantage.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
- We offer you a contract of definite duration (40%) for the period of 2 years.
- Your contract will start on 1/03/2026 at the earliest.
- Your remuneration will be determined by salary scale WM1 to WM4. 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.
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. Dr. Ir. Stijn Van Hulle (stijn.vanhulle@UGent.be, +32 (0)56/29 26 00). 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 selecties@ugent.be.
