Postdoc in Natural Fiber Composites with Recyclable Resins

Job description

The position aims to contribute to our on-going activities within the COMPOCYCLE consortium, financed by the TopSectorEnergy program including several industrial partners, research institutes and academic partners. In the project we aim to develop 100% biobased, thermosetting fibre composites that are both recyclable and immediately deployable.

You will work on the development of natural-long fibre composites with recyclable and dynamic (vitrimer) polyester resins. Your research focuses on the processing and recyclability of these composite materials, including investigation of the curing behaviour, impregnation, and chemical/physical ageing impact on recycling and reprocessing using various manufacturing routes. Through processing experiments you will explore small-scale composite production and chemical recycling, analyse the resulting microstructure and its efffects on mechanical properties, and link processing parameters to performance and circularity. The work will be carried out at the Aerospace Structures and Materials department labs including the Delft TapeLab, polymer processing and advanced characterization labs at the Faculty of Aerospace Engineering and in close collaboration with academic and industrial partners.

Job requirements
You have a PhD in with significant knowledge on relevant components such as Composite/Processing Engineering, Chemical Engineering, and Polymer Technology and Processing. Knowledge on dynamic polymers and recycling is highly welcome. You have experience with experimental research, preferably involving natural-fibre or thermoset/thermoplastic composites, vitrimer and other dynamic polymer chemistries, or curing and rheological characterisation. Knowledge of chemical recycling, resin degradation mechanisms, or microstructural analysis (e.g. microscopy, DSC, DMA, FTIR) is an advantage. You have demonstrated capabilities in scientific and report writing as well as oral communication.

You are curious, interested in underlying science, self-motivated, and able to work independently as well as in a multidisciplinary team. You have excellent communication skills in English and enjoy connecting with both academic and industrial partners.

TU Delft (Delft University of Technology)
Working at TU Delft means contributing to solutions that really make a difference.

For over 180 years, we have been training engineers who make an impact worldwide in companies, government bodies, or as entrepreneurs. Our alumni turn knowledge into concrete solutions for the challenges of today and tomorrow. These challenges are changing rapidly. That is why we focus on themes such as energy, climate, digitalisation, artificial intelligence (AI), and smart mobility every day. Our education and research are directly aligned with what society needs now and in the future.

At TU Delft, our people make the difference. With their knowledge and curiosity, our staff provide a high-quality education and conduct pioneering research that extends beyond the campus. You will have the opportunity to take the initiative, work with others, and grow as a professional. Working at TU Delft means join an international community of professionals and students. Together, we create knowledge, innovations, and solutions that help move the world forward.

Faculty Aerospace Engineering
The Faculty of Aerospace Engineering at Delft University of Technology is a leading international community where innovation in aerospace meets global challenges. Our support and scientific staff, including PhD candidates, postdocs, and students, largely work together on three main themes: the energy transition, sustainable aerospace, and safety and security, with the aim of tackling climate change and contributing to the independence and security of Europe.

When you join us, you become part of a diverse, collaborative, and forward-thinking environment where your ideas and perspectives are valued. Our work extends beyond the lab—into field labs, innovation hubs, and partnerships with other faculties, research institutes, governments, and industry, both locally and globally.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming workplace, assisted by an active Diversity & Inclusion team. This includes tangible support such as funding for extra personnel for family and caregiving responsibilities, mentoring programmes, and initiatives that promote cultural exchange and integration.

You don’t just join our faculty — you join a community where you can thrive, grow, and help shape the future of aerospace.

Click here to go to the website of the Faculty of Aerospace Engineering.

PhD Position Synthesis and Application of Radiation-triggered Block Copolymer Micelles

Job description

As part of a large national consortium aimed at the development of nanoparticle-based immunotherapy for cancer treatment, you will design, synthesize and characterize radiation-sensitive block copolymers that self-assemble into micelles, and test their ability to encapsulate and release immunotherapeutic agents. You will develop a library of block copolymers with variations in polymer block length and structure, as well as the radiation-sensitive linker. You will assess the efficiency of radiation-induced polymer degradation and cargo release, as well as initial cell studies. The project will be carried out as a collaboration between the groups of prof. Rienk Eelkema (Chemical Engineering) and prof. Antonia Denkova (Radiation Science and Technology).

Job requirements

• You have an MSc degree in chemistry, chemical engineering or equivalent
• You have proven expertise in multistep organic synthesis
• You have experience in purification and characterization of organic molecules
• Experience in polymer synthesis, polymer characterization and physical chemistry are desirable
• You work well in a team
• You have a high level of written and spoken English

TU Delft (Delft University of Technology)
Working at TU Delft means contributing to solutions that really make a difference.

For over 180 years, we have been training engineers who make an impact worldwide in companies, government bodies, or as entrepreneurs. Our alumni turn knowledge into concrete solutions for the challenges of today and tomorrow. These challenges are changing rapidly. That is why we focus on themes such as energy, climate, digitalisation, artificial intelligence (AI), and smart mobility every day. Our education and research are directly aligned with what society needs now and in the future.

At TU Delft, our people make the difference. With their knowledge and curiosity, our staff provide a high-quality education and conduct pioneering research that extends beyond the campus. You will have the opportunity to take the initiative, work with others, and grow as a professional. Working at TU Delft means join an international community of professionals and students. Together, we create knowledge, innovations, and solutions that help move the world forward.

Faculty Applied Sciences
With more than 1,100 employees, including 150 pioneering principal investigators, as well as a population of about 3,600 passionate students, the Faculty of Applied Sciences is an inspiring scientific ecosystem. Focusing on key enabling technologies, such as quantum- and nanotechnology, photonics, biotechnology, synthetic biology and materials for energy storage and conversion, our faculty aims to provide solutions to important problems of the 21st century. To that end, we educate innovative students in broad Bachelor's and specialist Master's programmes with a strong research component. Our scientists conduct ground-breaking fundamental and applied research in the fields of Life and Health Science & Technology, Nanoscience, Chemical Engineering, Radiation Science & Technology, and Engineering Physics. We are also training the next generation of high school teachers.

Click here to go to the website of the Faculty of Applied Sciences.

Postdoc in Natural Fiber Composites with Recyclable Resins

Job description

The position aims to contribute to our on-going activities within the COMPOCYCLE consortium, financed by the TopSectorEnergy program including several industrial partners, research institutes and academic partners. In the project we aim to develop 100% biobased, thermosetting fibre composites that are both recyclable and immediately deployable.

You will work on the development of natural-long fibre composites with recyclable and dynamic (vitrimer) polyester resins. Your research focuses on the processing and recyclability of these composite materials, including investigation of the curing behaviour, impregnation, and chemical/physical ageing impact on recycling and reprocessing using various manufacturing routes. Through processing experiments you will explore small-scale composite production and chemical recycling, analyse the resulting microstructure and its efffects on mechanical properties, and link processing parameters to performance and circularity. The work will be carried out at the Aerospace Structures and Materials department labs including the Delft TapeLab, polymer processing and advanced characterization labs at the Faculty of Aerospace Engineering and in close collaboration with academic and industrial partners.

Job requirements
You have a PhD in with significant knowledge on relevant components such as Composite/Processing Engineering, Chemical Engineering, and Polymer Technology and Processing. Knowledge on dynamic polymers and recycling is highly welcome. You have experience with experimental research, preferably involving natural-fibre or thermoset/thermoplastic composites, vitrimer and other dynamic polymer chemistries, or curing and rheological characterisation. Knowledge of chemical recycling, resin degradation mechanisms, or microstructural analysis (e.g. microscopy, DSC, DMA, FTIR) is an advantage. You have demonstrated capabilities in scientific and report writing as well as oral communication.

You are curious, interested in underlying science, self-motivated, and able to work independently as well as in a multidisciplinary team. You have excellent communication skills in English and enjoy connecting with both academic and industrial partners.

TU Delft (Delft University of Technology)
Working at TU Delft means contributing to solutions that really make a difference.

For over 180 years, we have been training engineers who make an impact worldwide in companies, government bodies, or as entrepreneurs. Our alumni turn knowledge into concrete solutions for the challenges of today and tomorrow. These challenges are changing rapidly. That is why we focus on themes such as energy, climate, digitalisation, artificial intelligence (AI), and smart mobility every day. Our education and research are directly aligned with what society needs now and in the future.

At TU Delft, our people make the difference. With their knowledge and curiosity, our staff provide a high-quality education and conduct pioneering research that extends beyond the campus. You will have the opportunity to take the initiative, work with others, and grow as a professional. Working at TU Delft means join an international community of professionals and students. Together, we create knowledge, innovations, and solutions that help move the world forward.

Faculty Aerospace Engineering
The Faculty of Aerospace Engineering at Delft University of Technology is a leading international community where innovation in aerospace meets global challenges. Our support and scientific staff, including PhD candidates, postdocs, and students, largely work together on three main themes: the energy transition, sustainable aerospace, and safety and security, with the aim of tackling climate change and contributing to the independence and security of Europe.

When you join us, you become part of a diverse, collaborative, and forward-thinking environment where your ideas and perspectives are valued. Our work extends beyond the lab—into field labs, innovation hubs, and partnerships with other faculties, research institutes, governments, and industry, both locally and globally.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming workplace, assisted by an active Diversity & Inclusion team. This includes tangible support such as funding for extra personnel for family and caregiving responsibilities, mentoring programmes, and initiatives that promote cultural exchange and integration.

You don’t just join our faculty — you join a community where you can thrive, grow, and help shape the future of aerospace.

Click here to go to the website of the Faculty of Aerospace Engineering.

PhD Position Synthesis and Application of Radiation-triggered Block Copolymer Micelles

Job description

As part of a large national consortium aimed at the development of nanoparticle-based immunotherapy for cancer treatment, you will design, synthesize and characterize radiation-sensitive block copolymers that self-assemble into micelles, and test their ability to encapsulate and release immunotherapeutic agents. You will develop a library of block copolymers with variations in polymer block length and structure, as well as the radiation-sensitive linker. You will assess the efficiency of radiation-induced polymer degradation and cargo release, as well as initial cell studies. The project will be carried out as a collaboration between the groups of prof. Rienk Eelkema (Chemical Engineering) and prof. Antonia Denkova (Radiation Science and Technology).

Job requirements

• You have an MSc degree in chemistry, chemical engineering or equivalent
• You have proven expertise in multistep organic synthesis
• You have experience in purification and characterization of organic molecules
• Experience in polymer synthesis, polymer characterization and physical chemistry are desirable
• You work well in a team
• You have a high level of written and spoken English

TU Delft (Delft University of Technology)
Working at TU Delft means contributing to solutions that really make a difference.

For over 180 years, we have been training engineers who make an impact worldwide in companies, government bodies, or as entrepreneurs. Our alumni turn knowledge into concrete solutions for the challenges of today and tomorrow. These challenges are changing rapidly. That is why we focus on themes such as energy, climate, digitalisation, artificial intelligence (AI), and smart mobility every day. Our education and research are directly aligned with what society needs now and in the future.

At TU Delft, our people make the difference. With their knowledge and curiosity, our staff provide a high-quality education and conduct pioneering research that extends beyond the campus. You will have the opportunity to take the initiative, work with others, and grow as a professional. Working at TU Delft means join an international community of professionals and students. Together, we create knowledge, innovations, and solutions that help move the world forward.

Faculty Applied Sciences
With more than 1,100 employees, including 150 pioneering principal investigators, as well as a population of about 3,600 passionate students, the Faculty of Applied Sciences is an inspiring scientific ecosystem. Focusing on key enabling technologies, such as quantum- and nanotechnology, photonics, biotechnology, synthetic biology and materials for energy storage and conversion, our faculty aims to provide solutions to important problems of the 21st century. To that end, we educate innovative students in broad Bachelor's and specialist Master's programmes with a strong research component. Our scientists conduct ground-breaking fundamental and applied research in the fields of Life and Health Science & Technology, Nanoscience, Chemical Engineering, Radiation Science & Technology, and Engineering Physics. We are also training the next generation of high school teachers.

Click here to go to the website of the Faculty of Applied Sciences.

Senior copyright medewerker - Onderwijs

Functieomschrijving

Als senior copyright medewerker ben jij de spil in onze dienstverlening rond copyright.

Waar kom je te werken?

Je maakt deelt uit van het team Education Support van de TU Delft Library - een hecht, gezellig en gedreven team van 10 collega’s. Het team runt het copyright informatie punt, verzorgt trainingsmodules op het gebied van informatie- en datavaardigheden, ondersteunt docenten bij open onderwijs publicaties en voert de regie op een aantal applicaties.

De universiteit vindt naleving van auteursrechtwetgeving, licentievoorwaarden en regelingen, zoals de landelijke Easy Access Regeling, belangrijk. Als ondersteuning hiervoor is ons copyright informatie punt ingericht. Binnen dit informatiepunt zet jij je talenten in drie gebieden in: coördinatie, afstemming, controle & advisering.

Coordinatie

Je coördineert de dienstverlening vanuit ons Copyright Informatiepunt. Het gaat hierbij om werkzaamheden van 4 collega’s aangevuld met student assistenten.
Je plant copyright controles op onderwijsmaterialen en open publicaties, zet taken hiervoor uit bij collega’s (en jezelf) en coördineert de uitvoering. Ook bewaak je dat vragen over auteursrecht adequaat worden beantwoord door het team. Antwoorden op veel vragen staan op onze websites – je stuurt op de juistheid en actualiteit hiervan.

Omdat het informatiepunt nog in ontwikkeling is, zie jij het als een uitdaging om diensten en processen samen met je collega’s verder aan te scherpen. Je denkt mee hierover en doet voorstellen voor verdere automatisering. Kennis van ICT of de bereidheid deze kennis te ontwikkelen is hierbij een sterke pré (in het bijzonder van Microsoft 365, Excel, Planner, Lists).

Afstemming

Je onderhoudt de contacten met onze faculteiten voor de controles van leermaterialen en met rapportages informeer je ze over controle-uitkomsten. Binnen de faculteiten kan de kennis van auteursrecht versterkt worden. Je weet relevante medewerkers bij de faculteiten in beweging te krijgen. Wanneer er behoefte is aan een goed inhoudelijk gesprek, heldere presentatie of een training over auteursrecht, pak je dat met plezier op, in zowel Nederlands als het Engels.

Je stemt daarnaast af met andere afdelingen, zoals Legal Services. Extern vertegenwoordig je onze universiteit in werkgroepen rond auteursrecht, waar je input geeft bij landelijke vraagstukken. Je volgt ontwikkelingen in auteursrechtelijke wet- en regelgeving en geeft input voor beleid en acties.

Controle en advisering

Je werkt zelf actief mee in het team. Je voert periodieke controles uit. En beantwoordt, samen met je collega’s, binnenkomende vragen (waarbij jij met name de complexere vragen oppakt, soms in samenwerking met andere specialisten).

Algemeen

Bij TU Delft vinden we een goede werk-privébalans belangrijk. Je kunt rekenen op flexibele werktijden en de mogelijkheid om 40% van je tijd per week thuis te werken. Daarnaast geloven we in ontwikkeling - als je nog niet voldoet aan bepaalde vereisten, maar sterk gemotiveerd bent om deze te ontwikkelen, solliciteer dan en licht dit toe in je motivatiebrief – we bieden diverse mogelijkheden, zoals trainingen, om verder te groeien in je vak.

Functie-eisen

• HBO-werk- en -denkniveau
• Ervaring met auteursrecht of minimaal sterke affiniteit ermee. Je bent bereid je hierin verder te ontwikkelen en relevante cursussen te volgen. Pré: ervaring met auteursrecht in de context van hoger onderwijs.
• Je houdt van organiseren en coördineren en kan dit ook goed - je kunt planningen en procedures ontwikkelen en je team hierin meekrijgen. Je zet taken uit, houdt overzicht, ondersteunt, grijpt in waar nodig, werkt gestructureerd en resultaatgericht. Je bent pragmatisch ingesteld.
• Het gaat bij copyrightcontroles om variërende aantallen controles. Jij organiseert en brengt rust en ritme in het team. Je denkt procesmatig en analytisch, signaleert waar verbetering mogelijk is, lost problemen graag op en werkt nauwkeurig en zorgvuldig.
• Het geeft je energie om proactief contacten te leggen en te onderhouden, kennis over te dragen en je invloed gepast in te zetten. Je hebt goede communicatieve vaardigheden en vindt het leuk juridische regels en consequenties begrijpelijk uit te leggen, via verschillende kanalen.
• Je spreekt en schrijft goed Nederlands en Engels (beiden minimaal C1 niveau, een inhoudelijke presentatie leveren in beide talen kun je prima aan).
• Je bent IT-vaardig, kent Office tools goed (met name Excel, Teams) en leert snel nieuwe applicaties aan.
• Je hebt al enige ervaring in het inrichten en verbeteren van administratieve processen (deels geautomatiseerd) en bijbehorend digitaal gegevensbeheer.
• Pré: Je hebt affiniteit met de universitaire wereld en weet je goed in te leven in de behoeften van docenten, studenten en onderzoekers.

Je bent woonachtig in Nederland. We bieden voor deze functie geen internationale verhuisregeling.

TU Delft
Werken bij TU Delft betekent bijdragen aan oplossingen die er echt toe doen.

Al meer dan 180 jaar leiden we ingenieurs op die wereldwijd impact maken bij bedrijven, overheden of als ondernemer. Onze alumni zetten kennis om in concrete oplossingen voor de uitdagingen van vandaag en morgen. Die uitdagingen veranderen snel. Daarom werken we elke dag aan thema’s zoals energie, klimaat, digitalisering, AI en slimme mobiliteit. Ons onderwijs en onderzoek sluiten direct aan op wat de samenleving nodig heeft, nu en straks.

Bij TU Delft maken mensen het verschil. Met hun kennis en nieuwsgierigheid zorgen zij voor sterk onderwijs, vernieuwend onderzoek en innovaties die verder komen dan de campus. Je krijgt de ruimte om initiatief te nemen, samen te werken en jezelf te ontwikkelen. Wie bij TU Delft werkt, sluit zich aan bij een internationale community van professionals en studenten. Samen bouwen we aan kennis, innovatie en oplossingen die de wereld vooruithelpen.

Universiteitsdienst – TU Delft Library
TU Delft Library is de grootste technisch-wetenschappelijke bibliotheek van Nederland, een fysieke en virtuele ontmoetingsplek. De Library helpt bij het vinden van waardevolle kennis die nodig is voor onderwijs en onderzoek, en bij het publiceren en bewaren van de gegenereerde kennis van de TU Delft. We vinden het belangrijk dat kennis gemakkelijk toegankelijk is en vrij beschikbaar is voor iedereen. Zo kan kennis vrijelijk gaan stromen en de kennis van de TU Delft van waarde worden voor anderen. In de Library kan iedereen ook altijd terecht om in alle rust te studeren. Dit past bij onze inclusieve organisatie. De Library heeft drie strategische thema’s gekozen als leidraad voor haar dagelijkse werkzaamheden. 1) Open Science. We hebben een belangrijke bijdrage in het TU Delft brede strategische programma “Open Science – Research and Education in the Open Era”. 2) Zichtbaarheid en impact. Met onze expertise en tools op het gebied van research datamanagement, research intelligence en publiceren, vergroten we de vindbaarheid, zichtbaarheid en impact van TU Delft-kennis. 3) Inspirerende leer- en werkomgeving. Door middel van een prikkelende programmering laten we zien hoe vrij beschikbare en betrouwbare kennis het leven rijker maakt. Daarmee is de Library een plek waar je nieuwe ideeën en inzichten vindt.

https://www.tudelft.nl/library/