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PhD IntensifiedCO2

A PhD position is available for a four-year term as part of the recently awarded ERC Starting Grant for the IntensifiedCO2 project. The main objective of this project is to develop intensified processes for CO2 conversion into sustainable synthetic fuels via cobalt-catalysed Fischer-Tropsch Synthesis (FTS), based on advanced catalysis and reactor engineering concepts

University of Groningen

Apply no later than: 28 February 2026 23:59 Dutch local time

1 FTE

€3.059 - €3.881

PhD IntensifiedCO2

https://werkenbij.rug.nl/vacature/phd-intensifiedco2-1415/?langlang=en

What are you going to do?

The successful candidate will prepare, characterize and evaluate heterogenous catalysts for CO2 conversion to sustainable synthetic fuels. Structure-performance relationships will be investigated, focusing on mixed feeds of CO2, CO, H2, and H2O under industrially relevant conditions. Process boundary conditions for efficient mixed feed FTS to produce synthetic fuels will also be identified. This position is embedded in the Catalytic Processes for Gas Conversion group within the Green Chemical Reaction Engineering research unit at ENTEG, RUG.

University of Groningen

Closing date: 28 February 2026

€3.059 - €3.881

Who are you?

Your profile includes:

• a MSc degree in chemical engineering, heterogenous catalysis, or a related field with
• prior experience with catalyst performance evaluation and reactor engineering
• prior experience with catalyst preparation and standard characterization is beneficial

What can you expect from us?

• In accordance with the collective labor agreement for Dutch universities, we offer a salary of at least € 3.059 up to a maximum of € 3.881 (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 full-time position (1.0 FTE) for four years. The successful candidate will first be offered a temporary position of one year with the option of renewal for another three years. Prolongation of the contract is contingent on sufficient progress in the first year to indicate that a successful completion of the PhD thesis within the next three years is to be expected. A PhD training programme is part of the agreement and the successful candidate will be enrolled in the Graduate School of Science and Engineering.

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.

Application procedure

Step 1: Your application

After submitting your application, you will receive a confirmation by email.

Step 2: Selection

The selection committee assesses your application and you will be notified as soon as possible whether you are invited for an interview.

Step 3: First interview

We would like to get to know each other better in a first interview, which can take place either online or on location.

Step 4: Second interview and possible assessment or guest lecture

We may schedule a second interview with you. Depending on the position, this interview can be complemented with an assessment or guest lecture.

Step 5: Terms of employment meeting

After a positive interview, we will discuss the terms of employment together. When everything is completed, we are happy to welcome you at the University of Groningen!

Interested?

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Please add the following documents to your application:

• A letter of motivation (max. 2 pages).
• A curriculum vitae.
• Academic transcripts.
• Any other relevant documents, e.g. proof of English proficiency, reference letter(s).