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Advanced Research Center for Nanolithography

Postdoc in Controlling Splashing and Debris from Solidifying Tin Droplets Advanced Research Center for Nanolithography in Netherlands

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Postdoc

Field of study

Mechanical Engineering

Funding

Full-time postdoctoral appointment for 2 years at ARCNL/NWO-I with a starting salary of €4,552 gross per month (scale 10, CAO-OI). ARCNL also mentions employment benefits, a favorable 30% tax ruling may apply to non-Dutch applicants, and assistance with housing, visa applications, transport costs, and furnishing expenses subject to availability.

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Mar 16, 2027

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Advanced Research Center for Nanolithography

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Keywords

Mechanical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Materials Science
Surface Science
Heat Transfer
Fluid Mechanics
Solidification
Applied Physics
High-speed Imaging
Physics
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About this position

ARCNL (Advanced Research Center for Nanolithography) in Amsterdam, Netherlands is advertising a postdoctoral position on controlling splashing and debris from solidifying tin droplets. The project sits at the interface of fluid mechanics, phase-change physics, heat transfer, multiphase flow, surface science, and applied physics, with strong relevance to extreme-ultraviolet (EUV) light sources for nanolithography and industrial droplet-impact applications.

The successful candidate will work in ARCNL’s Source Department and EUV Plasma Processes group, in close collaboration with TU/e, UvA, and industrial partners. The research uses a droplet-on-demand platform for millimeter-sized molten-tin droplets, synchronized high-speed imaging, controlled ambient pressure, substrate temperature control, and surface-property variation to study spreading, sticking, rebound, freezing, peeling, splashing, and fragmentation. The goal is to build quantitative regime maps and predictive scaling relations for debris formation and low-debris operating windows.

Eligibility highlights: you should have or soon obtain a PhD in Applied Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a closely related field. A strong experimental background is essential. Helpful experience includes droplet impact, fluid dynamics, vacuum systems, optical diagnostics, thermal diagnostics, image processing, Python-based analysis, and automated experimental control.

Funding and conditions: this is a full-time 2-year postdoc appointment with a starting salary of €4,552 gross per month (scale 10, CAO-OI), plus employment benefits. ARCNL notes that the Dutch 30% ruling may apply to non-Dutch applicants and that housing, visa support, transport costs, and furnishing expenses may be assisted subject to availability.

Deadline: 16 March 2027.

How to apply: apply online through AcademicTransfer and submit a CV plus a motivation letter (maximum 1 page) explaining your interest in the group and project. For questions, contact Dr. Oscar Versolato ([email protected]).

Funding details

Full-time postdoctoral appointment for 2 years at ARCNL/NWO-I with a starting salary of €4,552 gross per month (scale 10, CAO-OI). ARCNL also mentions employment benefits, a favorable 30% tax ruling may apply to non-Dutch applicants, and assistance with housing, visa applications, transport costs, and furnishing expenses subject to availability.

What's required

Applicants must have or soon obtain a PhD in Applied Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a closely related field. A strong experimental background is required, with experience in fluid dynamics, droplet impact, multiphase flow, heat transfer, phase change, high-speed imaging, vacuum systems, optical diagnostics, or surface science considered an asset. Scientific programming and quantitative data analysis in Python are welcomed. Experience with droplet generation, thermal diagnostics, image processing, or automated experimental control is advantageous. Strong English communication skills and motivation to take scientific ownership of the project are required.

How to apply

Apply online via the AcademicTransfer vacancy page. Submit a resume and a motivation letter explaining why you want to join the group and project (max. 1 page).

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