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Post-doctoral assistant in Chemical Engineering, Computational Chemistry, and Machine Learning at Ghent University Ghent University in Belgium

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Computer Science

Funding

Temporary part-time post-doctoral assistant appointment for 3 years at 70%, supplemented by a 30% post-doctoral scientific personnel position funded by the department, effectively a full-time position. Salary according to scale AAP5. A second appointment of up to 3 years may follow subject to favourable evaluation.

Deadline

Oct 22, 2026

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Belgium

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Ghent University

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Keywords

Computer Science
Chemistry
Chemical Engineering
Materials Science
Computational Chemistry
Python Programming
Transport Phenomena
Kinetics Modeling
ML

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About this position

Ghent University in Belgium is recruiting a post-doctoral assistant in the Department of Materials, Textiles and Chemical Engineering (Faculty of Engineering and Architecture).

The position is centered on chemical engineering, computational chemistry, heterogeneous catalysis, DFT calculations, kinetic modelling, transport phenomena, and machine learning. The successful candidate will contribute to multiple parallel projects, including first-principles reaction modelling, catalyzed reaction kinetics in gas and/or liquid phase, reactor-scale modelling, and the development and application of ML methods for structure-property relationships.

This is a temporary 3-year appointment at 70%, supplemented by a 30% post-doctoral scientific personnel position funded by the department, effectively making it a full-time role. Salary is according to AAP5. A second 3-year appointment may follow after a positive evaluation.

Applicants must hold a doctoral degree in Chemical Engineering by the start date. The post also asks for prior research experience in reaction modelling, thermodynamics, transport phenomena, and machine learning; strong programming skills in Python, Fortran, and Visual Basic; experience with scikit-learn, Keras, and TensorFlow; strong communication skills; and fluency in English and Dutch. Candidates should already be based in Belgium or be willing to relocate. For diplomas from outside the EU, a NARIC certificate of equivalence is required.

Application is via the online e-recruitment system. The deadline is 22 October 2026 at 23:59 Brussels time. Required documents include a merged CV and publication list, cover letter, diploma transcript, and, where applicable, proof of equivalence.

Contact: Prof. Mark Saeys ([email protected]).

Funding details

Temporary part-time post-doctoral assistant appointment for 3 years at 70%, supplemented by a 30% post-doctoral scientific personnel position funded by the department, effectively a full-time position. Salary according to scale AAP5. A second appointment of up to 3 years may follow subject to favourable evaluation.

What's required

A doctoral degree in Chemical Engineering is required by the start of appointment. Applicants should have research experience in first-principles reaction modelling for heterogeneous catalysis, kinetic and reactor modelling, transport phenomena and thermodynamics, and development of machine learning models for structure-property relationships. Strong publication record is preferred. Proficiency in Python, Fortran and Visual Basic is required, along with experience using scikit-learn, Keras and TensorFlow. Candidates must have strong written and verbal communication skills, be fluent in English and Dutch, and be based in Belgium or willing to relocate. For non-EU diplomas, a NARIC certificate of equivalence is required.

How to apply

Apply online through the e-recruitment system before the deadline. Submit a merged PDF CV with publications, a cover letter, a diploma transcript, and if applicable a certificate of equivalence (NARIC).

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