Postdoctoral researcher - ”Hysteretic Deformable Mirrors for Future Space Telescopes”

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Post-doc Researcher

Postdoctoral researcher - ”Hysteretic Deformable Mirrors for Future Space Telescopes”

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The University of Groningen has one opening for a Postdoc position to work within the project ”Hysteretic Deformable Mirrors for Future Space Telescopes”. This is a multidisciplinary research project in collaboration between the Engineering and Technology Institute (ENTEG), the Space Research organization Netherlands (SRON) and the European Space Association (ESA). This project aims at developing high hysteretic piezoelectric actuators based on multi-layered thin films. We will focus on the nanofabrication steps of stacking piezoelectric films, electrode deposition, and the iteration/adhesion between electrodes and piezoelectric material. In addition, we will also explore the possibilities to improve the piezoelectric response at cryogenic temperatures.

Faculty of Science and Engineering
Solliciteer uiterlijk: 17 May 2026 23:59 Dutch local time
1 fte
€3.546 - €5.538

Postdoctoral researcher - ”Hysteretic Deformable Mirrors for Future Space Telescopes”

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What are you going to do?

Example of some task:

  • Design and development of high hysteretic piezoelectric actuators based on multi-layered thin films.
  • Nanofabrication steps of stacking piezoelectric films.
  • Study and optimisation of electrode deposition.
  • Study of the iteration/adhesion between electrodes and piezoelectric films.
  • Explore the possibilities to improve the piezoelectric response at cryogenic temperatures.
  • Supervision of bachelor and master students.

Who are you?

Interested candidates:

  • Should have demonstrable skills or background in one or more of the following fields: Micro-nano fabrication, MEMS/NEMS, Chemistry, Material Science, or some other relevant field.
  • Be proactive, eager to work in a multidisciplinary environment and have the disposition to engage in collaborative research.
  • Have excellent English communication skills.

What can you expect from us?

  • In accordance with the collective labor agreement for Dutch universities, we offer a salary of at least € 3.546 up to a maximum of € 5.538 (schaal 10) 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.
  • 1+1 year contract.
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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.

As a Postdoctoral Researcher working on “Hysteretic Deformable Mirrors for Future Space Telescopes,” you will be part of an innovative and multidisciplinary team and be supervised by Prof. Mónica Acuautla and Dr Robert Huisman. You will be embedded at the group of Engineering Materials for Mechatronic Systems at the Engineering and Technology Institute (ENTEG), 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

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Step 4: Tweede gesprek en mogelijk assessment of gastcollege

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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:

  • Detailed CV.
  • Cover letter.
  • Contact information of 3 references.
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