Postdoc in sustainable energy and hydrogen technologies - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

Introduction

Are you passionate about sustainable energy and hydrogen technologies? Are you motivated by the challenge of advancing green ammonia as a hydrogen carrier for a clean energy future? Do you thrive in an innovative, creative, and multicultural environment, and want to contribute to cutting-edge research in sustainable process engineering? If this sounds exciting, then this postdoctoral position may be for you!

Job Description

How can we unlock hydrogen from ammonia in a way that is both energy-efficient and scalable for a sustainable future? Answering this question requires breakthrough reactor concepts that seamlessly integrate reaction and separation.

In this position, you will contribute to the Sustainable Process Engineering (SPE) program within the Sustainable Process Engineering group at Eindhoven University of Technology (see our website). You will work in a collaborative and internationally oriented team at the intersection of reaction engineering, process intensification, and hydrogen technologies, engaging closely with both academic and industrial partners in the field of sustainable energy.

Your research will focus on the development of a pilot-scale reactor system that couples ammonia decomposition with hydrogen separation in a single intensified setup, targeting a production capacity of 10 kg/day of hydrogen. Moreover, you will optimize reactor performance and perform a comprehensive techno-economic assessment at the process scale to ensure the system is both efficient and economically viable. The aim is to deliver a system that advances the practical implementation of ammonia-based hydrogen supply by demonstrating the membrane reactor technology at pilot scale and assessing its feasibility at larger scale.

This work will contribute to the transition toward a hydrogen-based energy landscape. By improving the efficiency of hydrogen recovery from ammonia, you will support the development of clean, flexible, and carbon-free energy solutions.

You will work in a supportive, diverse, and interdisciplinary environment that fosters scientific independence. During the project, you will further develop your expertise in membrane reactors, process modeling, and pilot-scale system design as well as you will disseminate your results through collaboration within a European-funded project consortium.

Job Requirements

• PhD in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or related discipline. A strong background in membrane technology, process design, and techno-economic analysis as well as experience with pilot plant design will be positively considered.
• Talented, motivated, and enthusiastic researcher with strong analytical skills, creativity, and initiative.
• Team player with a collaborative mindset, comfortable working in an interdisciplinary and internationally oriented environment.
• Interest in collaborating with industrial partners and contributing to applied research projects.
• Naturally curious, eager to learn, and highly motivated to advance research in sustainable hydrogen technologies.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
• Comfortable working in a diverse, multicultural research environment.
  
  

Conditions of Employment

A meaningful job in a dynamic and ambitious university, in an interdisciplinary setting and within an international network. You will work on a beautiful, green campus within walking distance of the central train station. In addition, we offer you:

• Full-time employment for 2 years.
• Salary in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities, scale 10 (min. € 4,241 max. € 5,538).
• A year-end bonus of 8.3% and annual vacation pay of 8%.
• High-quality training programs on general skills, didactics and topics related to research and valorization.
• An excellent technical infrastructure, on-campus children's day care and sports facilities.
• Unlimited access to the modern on‑campus TU/e Student Sports Center at an exceptionally affordable rate.
• Partially paid parental leave and an allowance for commuting, working from home and internet costs. 
• A TU/e Postdoc Association that helps you to build a stronger and broader academic and personal network, and offers tailored support, training and workshops.
• A Staff Immigration Team is available for international candidates, as are a tax compensation scheme (the 30% facility) and a compensation for moving expenses.

On our website you can discover even more information about our conditions of employment. Build on your career at TU/e!

About us

We are a leading international university where scientific curiosity meets a hands-on mindset. We work in an open and collaborative way with high-tech industries to tackle complex societal challenges. Our responsible and respectful approach ensures impact — today and in the future. TU/e is home to over 13,000 students and more than 7,000 staff, forming a diverse and vibrant academic community.

Our university is located in Brainport Eindhoven — a world‑leading tech region with more than 7,000 high‑tech companies and strong R&D activity. Known for breakthroughs in AI, photonics, semiconductors and advanced manufacturing, Brainport is a place where technology serves people and society. Learn more about the Brainport region here.

The Department of Chemical Engineering and Chemistry focusses on solving societal challenges in health, sustainable energy and circularity using expertise in molecules, materials and chemical processes. We collaborate with academia and industry to enlarge our chain of knowledge. Our top-notch research is internationally renowned and facilitated by a state-of-the-art research infrastructure. High-quality education and research, strong collaboration, independence of researchers and talent development are our core values.

Within the department, the Sustainable Process Engineering (SPE) group develops innovative reactor and process technologies for efficient, circular, and environmentally friendly chemical production, combining advanced modelling, experimentation, and process intensification to drive sustainable transformation.

Information

Do you recognize yourself in this profile and would you like to know more? Please contact the hiring manager Valentina Cechetto, v.cechetto@tue.nl.

Visit our website for more information about the application process. You can also contact Marjolein von Reth, HR Advisor, m.w.v.reth@tue.nl or +31 40 247 5722.

Are you inspired and would like to know more about working at TU/e? Please visit our career page.

Application

We invite you to submit a complete application using the apply-button. The application should include a:

• Cover letter in which you describe your motivation and qualifications for the position.
• Curriculum vitae, including a list of your publications and the contact information of three references. Kindly note that we may reach out to references at any stage of the recruitment process. We recommend notifying your references upon submitting your application.
• List of up to five self-selected ‘best publications’.

Ensure that you submit all the requested application documents. Please note that incomplete applications may not be considered and could be rejected.

We look forward to receiving your application and will screen it as soon as possible. The vacancy will remain open until the position is filled.

Please note

• You can apply online. We will not process applications sent by email and/or post. 
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