Vacancy number
15826
Job type
Academic staff
Hours (in fte)
1,0
External/ internal
External
Location
Leiden
Placed on
1 July 2025
Closing date
22 July 2025 21 more days to apply

POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER IN ELECTROCHEMICAL ANALYSIS OF GUNSHOT RESIDUES

We are seeking to hire a Postdoctoral Scientist to develop a fast and reliable electrochemical method for analyzing gunshot residues (GSR). GSR analysis is a critical component of forensic science, as it can provide vital evidence to determine whether a suspect has discharged a firearm. Current methods for GSR analysis are time-consuming, and there is a pressing need for a faster approach to guide forensic investigations effectively.
In collaboration with the Netherlands Forensic Institute (NFI), the postdoctoral researcher will establish a new working protocol for GSR analysis based on square wave voltammetry. The protocol will be developed through experiments conducted on realistic mock samples, and it will be validated using samples obtained from our collaborators (NFI and the police), collected following firearm discharges.
Work and profile
The Faculty of Science Leiden and the Leiden Institute of Chemistry are looking for a postdoctoral researcher with a background in electrochemistry. The candidate should have completed a PhD in electrochemistry, ideally with experience in electrochemical sensing.

DESCRIPTION OF ORGANISATION AND TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

The position starts by October 1st 2025. We offer a position for the duration of 7 months. You will be appointed in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities. The salary ranges from € 3.378,- to € 5.331,- gross per month, depending on experience (pay scale 10).
Leiden University offers an attractive benefits package with additional holiday (8%) and end-of-year bonuses (8.3 %), training and career development. Our individual choices model gives you some freedom to assemble your own set of terms and conditions. For international spouses we have set up a dual career programme. Candidates from outside the Netherlands may be eligible for a substantial tax break. For more information, see the website.

UNIVERSITY

Leiden University is one of Europe’s leading international research universities.
Thanks to its committed and inspired employees, the university enjoys a leading role in academic research and education. Leiden also scores very well every year in prominent rankings. This means that, to maintain our position, the bar is set very high. Regardless of the work you do at our university, you are always encouraged to broaden your horizons, develop your talents and reach your full potential. Will you become our newest colleague?
Do you have questions about this position? Please contact Dennis Hetterscheid, Associate Professor, d.g.h.hetterscheid@chem.leidenuniv.nl, +31 715274545.
You can find more information about the faculty of Science at https://www.universiteitleiden.nl/en/science/about-faculty-of-science. For more information about working at Leiden university please visit https://www.universiteitleiden.nl/en/working-at.
Are you enthusiastic about this vacancy? We are looking forward to get to know you. You can apply until July 22nd 2025 using the application button below.
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