Zeljko Tomovic
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Postdoctoral Researcher in Synthesis of Novel High-Performance Polyurethanes at Eindhoven University of Technology Eindhoven University of Technology in Netherlands
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Chemistry
Funding
Full-time employment for 2 years. Salary according to the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities, scale 10, with a stated range of €4,241 to €5,538 per month; the posting also mentions €3,546 to €5,538 in the vacancy header. Includes an 8.3% year-end bonus, 8% vacation pay, training programs, commuting/work-from-home/internet allowances, partial parental leave, and relocation/tax support for international candidates.
Deadline
Expired
Country
Netherlands
University
Eindhoven University of Technology
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About this position
Postdoctoral Researcher position at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) in the Synthesis of Novel High-Performance Polyurethanes.
The project is hosted in the Department of Chemical Engineering and Chemistry and supervised by Prof. Željko Tomović in the Polymer Performance Materials group, part of the interdisciplinary Institute for Complex Molecular Systems (ICMS).
Research focus: design, synthesis, and characterization of novel polyols for high-performance polyurethane (PU) materials; understanding performance profiles; and elucidating structure–property relationships using chemical, structural, rheological, and mechanical characterization techniques.
Relevant study areas and keywords include polymer chemistry, organic chemistry, polymer science, materials science, advanced materials, sustainable polymers, and polyurethanes.
Eligibility highlights: applicants should hold a PhD in organic chemistry, polymer chemistry, or a related discipline. A strong background in organic/polymer chemistry and experience with synthesis and characterization of organic molecules or polymers are essential. Excellent English communication skills, initiative, creativity, analytical ability, and interest in application-oriented research are expected.
Funding and conditions: full-time appointment for 2 years with salary under the Dutch university collective agreement (scale 10). The vacancy page mentions salary details, year-end bonus, vacation pay, training opportunities, commuting/work-from-home support, parental leave, and relocation/tax support for international candidates.
Application window: apply as soon as possible; the vacancy is listed with a deadline of 2026-06-18 on the TU/e page, and the post notes the position remains open until filled.
How to apply: submit the application online via the TU/e vacancy portal with a cover letter, CV including publications, contact details for three references, and up to five best publications. Email and postal applications are not accepted.
Funding details
Full-time employment for 2 years. Salary according to the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities, scale 10, with a stated range of €4,241 to €5,538 per month; the posting also mentions €3,546 to €5,538 in the vacancy header. Includes an 8.3% year-end bonus, 8% vacation pay, training programs, commuting/work-from-home/internet allowances, partial parental leave, and relocation/tax support for international candidates.
What's required
Applicants must have a PhD degree in organic chemistry, polymer chemistry, or a related discipline. A solid background in organic and polymer chemistry is required, along with experience in the synthesis and characterization of organic molecules or polymers. Strong analytical skills, initiative, creativity, excellent oral and written English communication skills, a scientific attitude, hands-on mentality, interest in application-oriented research, and good team spirit in an internationally oriented environment are preferred. Interviews, a scientific presentation, and a small writing assignment are part of the selection procedure.
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Professors
Prof. at Eindhoven University of Technology
Netherlands
Research Interests
Organic Chemistry
Polymer Chemistry
Chemistry
Materials Science
Chemical Engineering
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