PhD Purification of Pyrolyzed Waste Plastics

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PhD Purification of Pyrolyzed Waste Plastics

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As part of the Purifiy project, we are looking for a PhD candidate on the purification of pyrolyzed waste plastics.

Pyrolysis offers a promising path to valorize difficult-to-recycle plastic waste. However, harmful contaminants present in such waste streams (e.g., halogens, metals, and nitrogen compounds) can cause equipment corrosion, catalyst deactivation, and compromise product quality. We are developing and evaluating innovative technologies to remove these contaminants in-situ during pyrolysis and ex-situ from the resulting vapor and liquid pyrolysis products. Through detailed analytical studies, lab- and pilot-scale testing, and technology evaluation, we aim to identify the most effective purification solutions.

Faculty of Science and Engineering
Solliciteer uiterlijk: 16 August 2026 23:59 Dutch local time
1 fte
€3.204 - €4.051

PhD Purification of Pyrolyzed Waste Plastics

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What are you going to do?

·   Investigate the structure and behavior of contaminants during pyrolysis through advanced analytical techniques

·   Investigate contaminant structure-property relationships to guide purification technology selection

·   Conduct lab- and pilot-scale testing and optimization of different purification methods

Who are you?

  • You hold (or will shortly obtain) a relevant Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or similar.
  • You have demonstrable research experience, for example through a substantive master’s thesis, research assistantship, or academic presentations/publications.
  • You demonstrate strong methodological and analytical skills, with experience in qualitative and/or quantitative methods and familiarity with common data-analysis tools.
  • You can work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, show initiative, meet deadlines and manage priorities effectively.
  • You have an excellent command of English, both written and spoken; willingness to contribute to teaching, supervision or outreach activities is an advantage.

What can you expect from us?

  • In accordance with the collective labor agreement for Dutch universities, we offer a salary of at least € 3.204 up to a maximum of € 4.051 (promovendus) gross per month for a full-time employment contract.
  • 232 vacation hours per year, based on a 38-hour workweek (1.0 FTE). You can also work more or fewer hours in exchange for more or fewer free hours. For example, with a 40-hour workweek, you save 96 extra free hours, and with a 36-hour workweek, you lose 96 hours.
  • End-of-year bonus of 8.3% and 8% holiday allowance.
  • Extensive opportunities for personal and professional development.
  • A temporary appointment of 1.0 FTE for a period of four years. You will first receive a temporary employment for the period of one year. After a positive Results and Development Interview, the contract will be extended for the remaining period of three years.
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Where will you be working?

At the University of Groningen (UG), researchers from all fields of academia and technology are working on academic challenges and societal questions. Lecturers prepare their students for meaningful careers within or outside the academic world. Interdisciplinary research and teaching, sharing of knowledge, collaboration with businesses, government institutions, and societal organizations are aspects that are of the utmost importance to this European top university. The UG aims to be an open academic community with an inclusive and safe working climate that invites you to add your value.

De Faculty of Science and Engineering (FSE) verzorgt onderwijs en onderzoek in een breed spectrum van disciplines, van natuurkunde en biologie tot kunstmatige intelligentie, werktuigbouwkunde en farmacie. We dragen in nauwe samenwerking met partners uit bedrijfsleven, medische wereld en maatschappij bij aan de urgente uitdagingen van onze tijd, zoals energie, duurzaamheid, digitalisering en medische technologie. Onze gemeenschap heeft een open en informeel karakter, met meer dan 7.000 studenten, 1.000 promovendi en 1.400 medewerkers van over de hele wereld. Wil je meer weten over de Faculty of Science and Engineering? Kijk dan op rug.nl/fse.

The work will be conducted in the labs of the Feringa Building, at the Faculty of Science and Engineering of the University of Groningen.

Application procedure

Step 1: Jouw sollicitatie

Nadat je jouw sollicitatie hebt ingediend, ontvang je een bevestiging per mail.

Step 2: Selectie

De selectiecommissie beoordeelt je sollicitatie en laat je zo spoedig mogelijk weten of je wordt uitgenodigd voor een gesprek.

Step 3: Eerste gesprek

We leren elkaar graag beter kennen tijdens een eerste gesprek, dat zowel online als op locatie kan plaatsvinden.

Step 4: Tweede gesprek en mogelijk assessment of gastcollege

Mogelijk plannen we nog een tweede gesprek met je in. Dit gesprek kan, afhankelijk van de functie, worden aangevuld met een assessment of gastcollege.

Step 5: Het arbeidsvoorwaardengesprek

Na een positief gesprek, nemen we samen de arbeidsvoorwaarden door. Als alles rond is, heten we je van harte welkom bij de Rijksuniversiteit Groningen!

Interested?

Does this vacancy appeal to you? If so, click on the button below and apply straightaway.

Please add the following documents to your application:

  • CV.
  • Cover letter.
  • MSc diploma with transcripts.
  • English language certificate (if relevant).
  • Recommendation letter.
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Do you have any questions or need more information?

  • Questions about the content of the job?

    Arne Hommes

    Assistant Professor

    A.Hommes@rug.nl
  • Questions about your application process?

    Friso Salverda

    Human Resources Adviser

    f.d.salverda@rug.nl

Information about applying

When scheduling meetings, we will take your schedule into account as much as possible.

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Acquisition is not appreciated.

Our selection procedure follows the guidelines of the NVP Application Code.

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