Technician on Vacuum and Physical Vapor Deposition Technologies

Introduction
Do you enjoy working with advanced vacuum and PVD systems? Would you like to develop cutting-edge thin-film methods and automation for next-generation solar energy materials? Join us to take thin-film PV technology to the next level in a vibrant academic environment.

Job Description
The Molecular Materials and Nanosystems (M2N) group, specializing in unconventional semiconductors and devices, is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented laboratory technician with expertise in vacuum systems and Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) for advanced materials research, particularly in thin-film photovoltaics.

The ideal candidate is skilled in designing, operating, maintaining, and optimizing thin-film deposition equipment used in academic research settings. Industrial experience and proficiency in software for automation and system control (e.g., Python, LabView) are highly valued.

As a technician you work closely with principal investigators, researchers, PhD, and master’s students, fostering a collaborative and innovative laboratory environment. Strong team spirit, communication skills, and openness to idea exchange are essential, as the role contributes directly to advancing thin-film methods and automation processes for solar cell materials development.

The activities of the research group are organized around two core lines: Materials Discovery, Design, and Synthesis, and Device Physics and Performance. The successful candidate will support and complement a diverse research team to ensure the smooth operation of the laboratory, promotes a collaborative atmosphere, and contributes to state-of-the-art developments in vacuum technologies for thin-film materials in optoelectronics and photovoltaics. In addition to technical excellence, you will ensure and promote best laboratory safety practices and actively participate in the dynamic, interdisciplinary environment of the M2N group.

Key responsibilities include:

• Vacuum systems operation and maintenance, including troubleshooting of vacuum pumps (rotary vane, turbomolecular, cryogenic) and pressure gauges (Pirani, Penning, capacitance).
• Leak detection and implementation of vacuum safety procedures and user training for research staff and students.
• Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) processes, including DC/RF magnetron sputtering, pulsed laser deposition (PLD), thermal, and e-beam evaporation systems.
• System maintenance and development, support for system upgrades, e.g., new sources, shutters, gas lines, or automation features.
• Collaboration with researchers to develop new deposition recipes or integrate advanced process control (e.g., in-situ measurements).
• System design, including use of software like SolidWorks, LabView, PLC interfaces, or custom software for process automation. Expertise with tools, such as quartz crystal monitors, mass flow controllers, RGA (residual gas analyzers) is considered an additional advantage.

Job Requirements

• Technical diploma (HBO) or bachelor’s degree in Physics, Materials Science, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 3–5 years of hands-on experience in a university or research institute environment with vacuum thin film deposition systems and their respective software. Experience in designing deposition systems is a plus.
• Proactive in problem-solving, maintenance scheduling, and process improvement.
• Effective communicator and team player, comfortable collaborating with multidisciplinary research teams.
• Meticulous and reliable, with strong attention to detail and documentation practices.
• Proactive in problem-solving, maintenance scheduling, and process improvement.
• Enthusiastic about supporting academic research and training the next generation of experimental scientists.
• Proficiency in English.

If you are concerned that you don’t meet all the requirements sufficiently, but the job does excite you, then be sure to respond, we would love to look at your profile.

Conditions of Employment
An exciting position within an international yet personal university. You are right in the middle of the students, on a green campus within walking distance of the central station. Besides beautiful architecture, you will find varied workplaces and excellent sports facilities. We also offer you:

• A monthly salary of minimum €3.382,- to maximum €5.057,- for full-time employment, depending on your knowledge and experience (scale 8 or scale 9 in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities).
• In addition to vacation pay, a structural end-of-year bonus of 8.3%.
• A favorable arrangement for more holidays or a sabbatical.
• A selection model for additional fringe benefits.
• Working hours in consultation for an optimal work-life balance.
• Scope for your talent with advancement prospects and excellent development opportunities such as mentoring, workshops and coaching.
• Partially paid parental leave and reimbursement for commuting expenses, working from home and the internet.
• A generous employer contribution to the favorable ABP pension plan.

Here you can discover even more information about our conditions of employment. Build on your career at TU/e!

Information
Do you recognize yourself in this profile and would you like to have more information about the position, please contact the hiring manager: Prof. Monica Morales-Masis, m.morales.masis@tue.nl.

For questions about the application process or the conditions of employment, please contact Marloes Thoolen (HR Advisor), m.thoolen@tue.nl or +31 40 247 3931.

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Application
If you are interested, please use the ‘apply’ button to send us your CV and letter of application with your motivation and a description of your qualifications. We look forward to your application. The closing date for applications is December 31st, 2025.

The timeline for the selection process is as follows:

• December 31st: Application deadline.
• January 1-8 : Reviewing applications / candidate selection.
• January 8-20: Interviews

Screening of candidates begins as soon as applications are received and continues until the position is filled. Where applicable, internal candidates will be given priority over external candidates where they are equally suitable.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Please note

• You can apply online. We will not process applications sent by email and/or post.
• A pre-employment screening (e.g. knowledge security check) can be part of the selection procedure. For more information on the knowledge security check, please consult the National Knowledge Security Guidelines.
• Important for non-EU applicants: Please be aware that for this position, specific residence permit requirements apply. If you are a non-EU national, you may not be eligible to legally work in this role under current Dutch immigration regulations. We strongly advise you to contact our Staff Immigration Team (staffimmigration@tue.nl) before applying to check your eligibility and to receive further guidance.
• Please do not contact us for unsolicited services.

Secretaresse 0.6 fte

Introductie
Ben jij een energieke, zelfstandige en proactieve secretaresse die het werk ziet, oppakt en regelt voordat iemand het vraagt? Dan zijn wij van de dienst Finance & Control (F&C) van de Technische Universiteit Eindhoven (TU/e) op zoek naar jou!

Functieomschrijving
De TU/e Campus is een bruisende en innovatieve hotspot in het hart van de Brainport Regio Eindhoven, dé plek waar studenten, onderzoekers, ondernemers en hightechbedrijven samenwerken aan oplossingen voor de maatschappelijke uitdagingen van morgen. Binnen deze dynamische omgeving levert de dienst Finance & Control een essentiële bijdrage aan goed bestuur, betrouwbare informatievoorziening en financiële dienstverlening van topkwaliteit.

Als secretaresse ben jij een spil van onze organisatie. Je ondersteunt de directeur en het managementteam (MT) met agendabeheer, communicatie en organisatie. Je regelt bijeenkomsten tot in de puntjes, bewaakt actiepunten en zorgt dat alles soepel verloopt. Je bent het eerste aanspreekpunt voor collega’s, externe relaties en het College van Bestuur. Daarnaast ondersteun je bij onder andere HR-processen, financiële administratie en interne communicatie. Jij overziet wat er speelt, denkt vooruit en neemt initiatief zonder dat iemand het hoeft te vragen.

Taken en verantwoordelijkheden

• Beheren en prioriteren van de agenda van de directeur en MT-leden, inclusief afstemming met interne en externe partijen.
• Organiseren van vergaderingen, sollicitatiegesprekken en bijeenkomsten, inclusief voorbereiding, verslaglegging en opvolging.
• Ondersteunen bij HR-processen zoals in-, door- en uitstroom van medewerkers en administratieve procedures.
• Verwerken van financiële taken zoals het aanmaken van purchase orders en het goedkeuren van facturen.
• Coördineren van interne communicatie via intranet, Teams en nieuwsbrieven.

Functie-eisen
Je hebt een secretariële opleiding op MBO+ niveau afgerond. Je hebt ruime ervaring in een ondersteunende functie binnen een complexe organisatie. Je bent proactief, zelfstandig en oplossingsgericht: jij regelt het gewoon. Je werkt gestructureerd, behoudt overzicht en schakelt soepel tussen taken en prioriteiten. Je communiceert helder, bent klantgericht en beheerst zowel Nederlands als Engels uitstekend, met een sterke beheersing van MS Office.

Arbeidsvoorwaarden
Een boeiende positie binnen een internationale en tegelijkertijd persoonlijke universiteit. Je zit midden tussen de studenten, op een groene campus op loopafstand van het centraal station. Daarnaast bieden we jou:

• Een aanstelling van in principe 0,6 fte (werkdagen: maandag, dinsdag en donderdag)
• Bij de start betreft het een tijdelijk contract voor de periode van één jaar, met uitzicht op een dienstverband voor onbepaalde tijd meteen daaropvolgend.
• Een maandsalaris van minimaal € 3.057,- tot maximaal € 3.985,- bij een fulltime dienstverband, afhankelijk van jouw kennis en ervaring (schaal 7 cao Nederlandse Universiteiten).
• Naast vakantiegeld, een structurele eindejaarsuitkering van 8,3%.
• Een gunstige regeling voor extra verlofdagen of een sabbatical.
• Een keuzemodel voor extra secundaire arbeidsvoorwaarden.
• Ruimte voor jouw talent met doorgroeikansen en uitstekende ontwikkelmogelijkheden, zoals mentoring, workshops en coaching.
• Deels betaald ouderschapsverlof en een vergoeding voor reiskosten woon-werkverkeer, thuiswerken en internet. De TU/e ondersteunt hybride werken; met het oog hierop wordt er een thuiswerkvergoeding van € 2,- per thuiswerkdag gegeven en een internetvergoeding van € 25,- per maand.
• Een ruime werkgeversbijdrage aan de gunstige ABP-pensioenregeling.

Hier ontdek je nog meer informatie over onze arbeidsvoorwaarden. Bouw verder aan je carrière bij de TU/e!

Informatie
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Sollicitatie
Ben je geïnteresseerd? Via de solliciteerknop ontvangen we graag je CV en brief met motivatie en omschrijving van je kwalificaties.

De screening van kandidaten begint zodra de sollicitaties zijn ontvangen en gaat door totdat de vacature is ingevuld. Indien van toepassing, krijgen interne kandidaten bij gelijke geschiktheid voorrang op externe kandidaten.

We kijken uit naar je sollicitatie!

Let op

• Je kunt online solliciteren. Sollicitaties die per e-mail en/of post worden verstuurd, worden niet in behandeling genomen.
• Een voorafgaande screening (bijvoorbeeld een Verklaring omtrent Gedrag of kennisveiligheidscheck) kan onderdeel zijn van de selectieprocedure. Voor meer informatie over de kennisveiligheidscheck, raadpleeg de Nationale Richtlijnen Kennisveiligheid.
• Wij verzoeken je geen contact met ons op te nemen voor ongevraagde diensten.

PhD on Recycled Wax Composites for Heat Storage (RecyWax+)

Introduction
Are you passionate about the energy transition, reducing CO2 emissions, and recycling? Then you may enjoy the challenge of upcycling pyrolysis waxes from polymer recycling to develop new graphene-based wax composites that can be used in heat storage systems.

Job Description
Solving some of our major societal challenges related to climate, energy and sustainability will require a significant reduction in CO2 emissions through implementation of sustainable heat storage solutions.

A PhD position in the Laboratory of Physical Chemistry (SPC) of Eindhoven University of Technology is now available with funding from the OTP programme (RecyWax+) of Netherlands Organization for Scientific Research (NWO). In the Netherlands, like in many countries, natural gas is extremely important for heating. However, with society shifting away from fossil fuels, sustainable materials for heating systems are essential. For example, organic Phase Change Materials (PCMs) such as waxes can absorb and release heat during phase changes. Although these materials are promising, widespread application is limited by their low thermal conductivity. Moreover, sourcing of materials must be considered to make heat storage systems more sustainable and in this context pyrolysis waxes from polymer recycling seem the best solution.

The PhD project aims at upcycling of pyrolysis waxes and developing novel graphene/wax composites with enhanced heat transport properties. Using chemical modification of graphene nanoplatelet fillers, colloidal assembly approaches and emulsion preparation techniques, the PhD candidate will perform detailed experiments to minimize interfacial thermal resistances in the system, controlling nanofiller network formation in upcycled waxes to enhance overall heat transfer characteristics. The project combines chemical and physical experimentation complemented and guided by theoretical modelling done by partner PhD in project. The RecyWax+ research team is composed of materials chemists in the Physical Chemistry lab (Friedrich) at the department of Chemical Engineering and Chemistry, the Transport in Permeable Media (Huinink) and physicists in Theory of Polymers and Soft matter (Lyulin) groups at the Applied Physics department and Multiscale Modeling and Simulation in the Department of Applied Mathematics at the University of Twente (Geurts).

The Department of Chemical Engineering and Chemistry focusses on solving societal challenges in health, sustainable energy and circularity using expertise in molecules, materials and chemical processes. We collaborate with academia and industry to enlarge our chain of knowledge. Our top-notch research is internationally renowned and facilitated by a state-of-the-art research infrastructure. High-quality education and research, strong collaboration, independence of researchers and talent development are our core values.

Job Requirements
Talented, enthusiastic candidates with strong background in organic chemistry and physical chemistry are encouraged to apply. Preferably, the candidate has been exposed to any of these topics: chemical modification of graphene materials, polymer & colloid science, and heat storage.

• A master’s degree (or an equivalent university degree) in Chemistry, Applied Physics, Materials Science or closely related discipline.
• Prior experience with organic chemistry, physical chemistry, polymers or heat storage.
• A research-oriented attitude.
• Ability to work in an interdisciplinary team and interested in collaborating with partners.
• Motivated to develop your teaching skills and coach students.
• Fluent in spoken and written English (C1 level).

You are:

• A talented, motivated, and enthusiastic researcher.
• Analytical skills, initiative and creativity are valuable assets.
• A naturally curious person who is eager to learn more and has a strong interest in research.
• A social person, have a good team spirit and like to work in an internationally oriented environment.

International and female candidates are especially encouraged to apply: we think our research group benefits from a diverse group of talented people.

Interviews and a scientific presentation are part of the selection procedure.

Conditions of Employment
A meaningful job in a dynamic and ambitious university, in an interdisciplinary setting and within an international network. You will work on a beautiful, green campus within walking distance of the central train station. In addition, we offer you:

• Full-time employment for four years, with an intermediate assessment after nine months. You will spend a minimum of 10% of your four-year employment on teaching tasks, with a maximum of 15% per year of your employment.
• Salary and benefits (such as a pension scheme, paid pregnancy and maternity leave, partially paid parental leave) in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities, scale P (min. € 3,059 - max. € 3,881).
• A year-end bonus of 8.3% and annual vacation pay of 8%.
• High-quality training programs and other support to grow into a self-aware, autonomous scientific researcher. At TU/e we challenge you to take charge of your own learning process.
• An excellent technical infrastructure, on-campus children's day care and sports facilities.
• An allowance for commuting, working from home and internet costs.
• A Staff Immigration Team and a tax compensation scheme (the 30% facility) for international candidates.

About us
Eindhoven University of Technology is a leading international university within the Brainport region where scientific curiosity meets a hands-on mindset. We work in an open and collaborative way with high-tech industries to tackle complex societal challenges. Our responsible and respectful approach ensures impact — today and in the future. TU/e is home to over 13,000 students and more than 7,000 staff, forming a diverse and vibrant academic community.

Information
Do you recognize yourself in this profile and would you like to know more? Please contact dr. Heiner Friedrich (email: h.friedrich@tue.nl, phone: +31 40 247 3041); prof. dr. Henk Huinink (h.p.huinink@tue.nl, phone +31 40 247 5375); prof. dr. Alexey Lyulin (a.v.lyulin@tue.nl, phone +31 40 247 4253).

Visit our website for more information about the application process or the conditions of employment. You can also contact HRServices.helix@tue.nl.

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Application
We invite you to submit a complete application by using the apply button. The application should include a:

• Cover letter in which you describe your motivation and qualifications for the position.
• Curriculum vitae, including a list of your publications and the contact information of three references.

We look forward to receiving your application and will screen it as soon as possible. The vacancy will remain open until the position is filled.

Please note

• You can apply online. We will not process applications sent by email and/or post.
• A pre-employment screening (e.g. knowledge security check) can be part of the selection procedure. For more information on the knowledge security check, please consult the National Knowledge Security Guidelines.
• Please do not contact us for unsolicited services.

Postdoc Researcher on Simulation of Lined-Rock Caverns for Cyclic Hydrogen Storage

Job description
Underground hydrogen storage (UHS) is emerging as a key enabler for balancing renewable energy supply and demand. Yet many regions lack the suitable geology needed for conventional UHS. HyCavern responds to this gap by developing costeffective, safe, and standardized solutions for H2 storage in mined, lined rock caverns (LRC). By tackling key technical, economic, and geological challenges, in this project (HyCavern) we unlock scalable hydrogen infrastructure in areas previously considered unsuitable and increase the lifespan of storage caverns. Among the 15 partners in this unique EU project, at TU Delft we will conduct multiscale simulation for mechanics safety analyses of hydorgen storage in these lined-rock caverns. We will utilize our expertise in elstic/plastic modeling of various porous and non-porous materials to realize the stress and strain developments and evolution in time, during the storage of hydorgen in the caverns. This will scale up the utilization of the LRC as a feasible technology for energy storage.

Our work is integrated within the entire consortium work, in order to maximize the effectiveness of the research outcomes. Our research focus will include

1. Development and extension of an open-source simulator (SafeInCave) with public video-lecture for modelling hydrogen storage in Lined-Rock-Caverns (LRC).
2. Reliable model construction and parameter calibration against laboratory tests and
3. Sensitivity analyses for LRC performance and identification of the key processes in LRC performance and safety.

High level of communication skills and rigorous modeling and simulation analyses are key factors in achieveing our goals successfully.
Currently in our department of Geoscience and Engineering, we are conducting several research on underground hydrogen storage in porous media and salt caverns. This project, i.e., HyCavern, will be the first in the department related to the hydrogen storage in lined-rock caverns.

As a postdoc, you will contribute to the development of the SafeInCave simulator, as highlighted above, so to address the societally challenging energy storage topic by designing a safe operational conditions for utilization of LRC.

Beside the technical work, the postdoc is expected to dessiminate the research effectively through short courses, seminars and conferences, as well as the consortium ggatherings related to the HyCavern project.

The postdoc will be hosted in the Section of Reservoir Engineering of Geoscience and Engineering Department of TU Delft, which is at the Faculty of Civil Engineering and Geosciences. In the Reservoir Engineering Section various experimental, modeling and simulation projects are undergoing on different energy storage applications including hydrogen. For more effective scientific development, we will collaborate with the Engineering Structure Departmet within our Faculty too. We also expect the postdoc to contribute in mentoring activities related to our undergraduate and graduate students, for their thesis projects related to the lined-rock caverns. This also helps the professional career of the posdtco, as well as the content of the research.

Job requirements
With an innate curiosity, we are seeking a creative researcher who can plan, execute, deliver and communicate their research effectively in a diverse groups of talents. The ideal candidate is a team player who thrives working with people in different organisations (academia and industry) with different (technical and non-technical) skill sets. Having a good command of English (both writing and spoken) is crucial. Successful candidate needs to have obtained their PhD in broad Engineering Domain (including but not limited to geoscience and engineering) with special focus on numerical simulation. It is highly advantagous to have background on computational mechanics.

TU Delft (Delft University of Technology)
Delft University of Technology is built on strong foundations. As creators of the world-famous Dutch waterworks and pioneers in biotech, TU Delft is a top international university combining science, engineering and design. It delivers world class results in education, research and innovation to address challenges in the areas of energy, climate, mobility, health and digital society. For generations, our engineers have proven to be entrepreneurial problem-solvers, both in business and in a social context.

At TU Delft we embrace diversity as one of our core values and we actively engage to be a university where you feel at home and can flourish. We value different perspectives and qualities. We believe this makes our work more innovative, the TU Delft community more vibrant and the world more just. Together, we imagine, invent and create solutions using technology to have a positive impact on a global scale. That is why we invite you to apply. Your application will receive fair consideration.

Challenge. Change. Impact!

Faculty of Civil Engineering and Geosciences
The Faculty of Civil Engineering & Geosciences (CEG) is committed to outstanding international research and education in the field of civil engineering, applied earth sciences, traffic and transport, water technology, and delta technology. Our research feeds into our educational programmes and covers societal challenges such as climate change, energy transition, resource availability, urbanisation and clean water. Our research projects are conducted in close cooperation with a wide range of research institutions. CEG is convinced of the importance of open science and supports its scientists in integrating open science in their research practice. The Faculty of CEG comprises 28 research groups in the following seven departments: Materials Mechanics Management & Design, Engineering Structures, Geoscience and Engineering, Geoscience and Remote Sensing, Transport & Planning, Hydraulic Engineering and Water Management.

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PhD Position The Reprocessing of Molten Salt Fuels - a Proces Technological Study

Job description
About the project:

Molten Salt Reactors (MSR's) offer a promising path toward sustainable nuclear energy. In these reactors, the fuel is continuously celaned to remove fission products and actinides such as uranium. This purification process is highly complex, involving multiple steps under extreme conditions - high temperatures and corrosive environments.

Research focus:

This PhD student aims to investigate how specific fission products can be removed from molten salt. The emphasis will be on understanding and optimizing the removal process, where physical transport phenomena play a critical role. The research will combine:

• Numerical modelling: develop and validate models to describe transport and separation mechanisms
• Experimental work: Design and operate and experimental setup using molten salt to study key phenomena under controlled conditions

Your role:

As a PhD candidate, you will work at the intersection of theory and practice, contributing to both computational and experimental aspects of the project. You will collaborate with other scientists and technical experts within our research group.

Job requirements
We are looking for an enthusiastic PhD student who

• has an MSc in a relevant field, such as (applied) physics, chemical engineering or mechanical engineering
• combines creativity with a sound academic attitude
• can show to be excellent in transport phenomena and modelling in this field
• feels strongly attracted to a project that combines experimental work as well as numerical modelling and programming and has shown to have good skills in both areas
• has excellent communication skills in English, both in writing and speaking

TU Delft (Delft University of Technology)
Delft University of Technology is built on strong foundations. As creators of the world-famous Dutch waterworks and pioneers in biotech, TU Delft is a top international university combining science, engineering and design. It delivers world class results in education, research and innovation to address challenges in the areas of energy, climate, mobility, health and digital society. For generations, our engineers have proven to be entrepreneurial problem-solvers, both in business and in a social context.

At TU Delft we embrace diversity as one of our core values and we actively engage to be a university where you feel at home and can flourish. We value different perspectives and qualities. We believe this makes our work more innovative, the TU Delft community more vibrant and the world more just. Together, we imagine, invent and create solutions using technology to have a positive impact on a global scale. That is why we invite you to apply. Your application will receive fair consideration.

Challenge. Change. Impact!

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.

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