CATALYTIC RESEARCH IN BIOREFINERY CONTEXT
Research group of Prof. Bert Sels within the Center for Surface Chemistry and Catalysis of the KU Leuven, is looking for a motivated researcher at post-doc level to take part in a research program dedicated to biomass conversion into added-value chemicals.
Profile
Specific skills required: excellent knowledge about synthesis of supported nanoparticles using solid porous materials (zeolites, silicas, oxides etc.), excellent knowledge of and practical experiences with the typical characterization tools for solid catalysts (IR, TPD, TGA, XRD, UV etc.), experience in using plug-flow type of catalytic reactors.
The candidate should be open to interdisciplinary collaboration and be interested in both fundamental and applicative research.
The candidate should have a passion to do high level research in a very engaged and ambitious research team.
Ability to work independently and as a part of the team.
Fluent oral and written English is required.
Offer
We initially offer you a postdoctoral position for 1 year. Starting date is the beginning of 2019. We hope to recieve applications at the latest by November 12th, 2018. Interested?
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