Sd-26088 Post-Doctoral Researcher In Rubber Compound Characterisation And Mass Spectrometry Imaging

About this position

Fixed term contract | Belvaux | 24 Months

Are you passionate about research? So are we! Come and join us

LIST and GOODYEAR signed the second phase of their partnership, 2024-2029, building on the outcomes of their previous collaboration and entering new technological areas as well. GOODYEAR-LIST partnership 2.0 embraces Luxembourg's National priorities, such as Sustainability, Digital transformation and Circular economy, through the execution of five Strategic Research Programs: Data Science for Tires, Tire as a Sensor, End-of-Life Tire Valorization, Sustainable Materials for Next Generation of Pneumatic Tires, Structure-Process-Properties Relationships.

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We are seeking to recruit a highly motivated Post-Doc Researcher (PDR) interested in developing innovative molecular analyses and imaging strategies for rubber composites.

The PDR project will be carried out within the framework of a large public-private partnership (PPP) devoted to the development of new rubber technologies.

The project is tailored around the development and interpretation of spatially resolved measurements of ingredients of interest such as additives in a highly complex polymer matrix. They are considered crucial in the rubber industry under specific mixing/curing conditions and can react with the polymer matrix and/or the filler surface.

Mass Spectrometry (MS) coupled with chromatographic techniques (LC, GC, GPC), combined with advanced technologies such as MS imaging, will represent key aspects for achieving the project’s objectives.

The development of analytical strategies will be based in particular on existing (ESI, APCI) and emerging (plasma- or laser-assisted) ionization techniques.

How will you contribute?

In this role, you will be part of a multicultural and multidisciplinary team of highly skilled scientists and engineers. This is a great opportunity to acquire highly valuable skills in the application of multiple characterization techniques, including MS imaging, NMR spectroscopy, and chromatography. Through the project consortium, you will also benefit from regular interactions with industrial partners.

You will be in charge of designing your experimental plans, performing relevant experiments and interpreting the results to meet defined objectives.

You are expected to report and present your results to the management and project team on a regular basis, to publish first-author papers in Q1 journals and give oral presentations at international conferences.

If you are ready to embrace the challenge of this innovative, multidisciplinary project and thrive in a collaborative research environment, then we want to hear from you!

Is your profile described below? Are you our future colleague? Apply now!

Education

PhD in chemistry, analytical chemistry, polymer science, materials science, or related fields with a strong interest in molecular characterisation.

Experience and skills

Proven hands-on experience in MS-based analysis techniques (e.g. LC-MS, GC-MS, MALDI). Experience in polymer characterisation will be considered as an asset.

Experience in writing, first-authoring of publications and reports.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively with researchers, technical staff and industrial partners.

Excellent technical, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Strong attention to detail, and meticulous work style.

Language skills

Fluency in English is mandatory; knowledge in at least one of the official languages of Luxembourg (French, German or Luxembourgish) is an asset.

Your LIST benefits

• An organisation with a passion for impact and strong RDI partnerships in Luxembourg and Europe that works on responsible and independent research projects

• Sustainable by design, empowering our belief that we play an essential role in paving the way to a green society

• Innovative infrastructures and exceptional labs occupying more than 5,000 square metres, including innovations in all that we do

• An environment encouraging curiosity, innovation and entrepreneurship in all areas

• Personalized learning programme to foster our staff’s soft and technical skills

• Multicultural and international work environment with more than 50 nationalities represented in our workforce

• Diverse and inclusive work environment empowering our people to fulfil their personal and professional ambitions

• Gender-friendly environment with multiple actions to attract, develop and retain women in science

• 32 days’ paid annual leave, 11 public holidays, 13-month salary, statutory health insurance

• Flexible working hours, home working policy and access to Digital lunch vouchers

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Your application must include:

• A motivation letter oriented towards the position and detailing your experience

• A scientific CV with contact details

• List of publications (and patents, if applicable)

• Contact details of 2 references

Please apply ONLINE formally through the HR system. Applications by email will not be considered.

Please note that by applying you consent to share your application with Lina Ancheva (SPPR-P3 GOODYEAR Manager) and Werner Bergmans (GOODYEAR–SPPR coordinator).

Application procedure and conditions

We kindly request applicants to provide their nationality for statistical purposes only, as part of our commitment to promoting diversity and ensuring equal opportunities in our workforce. This information will be kept confidential and will not be used for any discriminatory purposes.

As part of our recruitment process, the selected candidate might be subject to a background check in accordance with applicable laws and institutional policies.

LIST is dedicated to maintaining an inclusive work environment and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to attracting, hiring, and retaining a diverse workforce. All applicants will be considered for employment without discrimination based on national origin, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, religion, age, or disability.

Applications will be continuously reviewed until the position is filled. An assessment committee will thoroughly evaluate applications, adhering to guidelines designed to ensure equal opportunities. The primary criteria for selection will be the alignment of the applicant's existing skills and expertise with the requirements mentioned above.