Postdoctoral Position in Inorganic Nanomaterials

at  Universiteit van Amsterdam

Postdoctoral Position in Inorganic Nanomaterials
Faculteit/Dienst: Faculteit der Natuurw., Wiskunde & Informatica
Opleidingsniveau: Gepromoveerd
Functie type: Postdoc
Sluitingsdatum: 01.01.2025
Vacaturenummer: 13536
Laminated glass finds increasing application in automotive and building sectors, yet its end-of-life management poses challenges for recycling. Existing recycling techniques are energy-intensive, and do not allow re-use of glass for window applications, leading to limited adoption and a significant portion of laminated glass ending up in landfills. Within a recently awarded project that brings together a strong and dynamic consortium involving two research institutes with a broad experience in material development and all parts of the laminated glass supply chain, we will develop novel nanoparticles with tailored magnetic properties for on demand lamination and delamination of safety glass.

ABOUT US

The Van ‘t Hoff Institute for Molecular Sciences (HIMS) is one of eight institutes of the Faculty of Science. HIMS performs internationally recognized chemistry and molecular research, curiosity driven as well as application driven. This is done in close cooperation with the chemical, flavor & food, medical and high-tech industries. Research is organized into four themes: Analytical Chemistry, Computational Chemistry, Synthesis & Catalysis and Molecular Photonics.
The Synthesis & Catalysis encompasses organic synthesis and all aspects of catalysis, including homogeneous catalysis, heterogeneous catalysis, biocatalysis, organocatalysis, and catalysis engineering. Projects range from fundamental to applied research, with strong valorization aspects. Within this theme, The Functional Materials Group focuses on developing fundamental knowledge and materials that enable low-energy routes for the synthesis of chemicals, efficient molecular separations and selective chemical sensing.
The University of Amsterdam is the Netherlands’ largest university, offering the widest range of academic programmes. At the UvA, 30,000 students, 6,000 staff members and 3,000 PhD candidates study and work in a diverse range of fields, connected by a culture of curiosity.
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WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO

For this project we are looking for an enthusiastic post-doc with a strong background in inorganic nanomaterials and solid-state chemistry willing to work on a multidisciplinary project in Amsterdam and in collaboration with research organisations and industry. In Amsterdam you will be based within the Functional Materials Group at the Van ‘t Hoff Institute for Molecular Sciences (HIMS), one of the research institutes of the University of Amsterdam. You will also be connected with the Research Priority Area Sustainable Chemistry, focused on researching and developing sustainable materials and processes.

YOU WILL/TASKS:

• Synthesise and characterise novel nanoparticles using both liquid- and gas-phase synthesis methods;
• Identify the optimal synthesis conditions and select appropriate method for the surface functionalisation of nanoparticles for their integration in polymer matrixes;
• Characterise nanoparticles using spectroscopic and surface characterisation techniques;
• Perform structure-property correlations and unravel the physical and chemical characteristics that determine the functional properties of novel magnetic nanoparticles;
• Report and present your work-progress on a regular basis to the research partners and stakeholders within this project;
• Participate actively in the research activities of the Functional Materials group.