Offer Summary
The University of Groningen seeks a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to manage the Electrocatalysis Group under Dr. D. M. Morales from January to April 2027. This full-time role requires extensive experience in electrochemistry, including in-situ methods, alongside strong managerial skills for supervising students and coordinating lab operations. The candidate must hold a PhD in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering with prior postdoc experience. Responsibilities include organizing meetings, managing equipment, and conducting independent research in electrochemical technology. The position offers a monthly gross salary between €3,706 and €5,760, plus an 8% holiday allowance and 8.3% end-of-year bonus. Applicants must submit a CV and cover letter by October 27, 2026. The role is based at the Faculty of Science and Engineering within the Engineering and Technology Institute Groningen.
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Postdoc – Management of Electrocatalysis Group
Post-doc Researcher
Postdoc – Management of Electrocatalysis Group
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The University of Groningen is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher with extensive experience in electrochemistry and strong managerial skills to manage a research group in the field of electrocatalysis for a period of 4 months.
Faculty of Science and Engineering Apply no later than: 27 October 2026 23:59 Dutch local time 1 FTE €3.706 - €5.760 Share this vacancy
Postdoc – Management of Electrocatalysis Group
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What are you going to do?
In the period from January to April 2024, you will be the deputy group leader of the Electrocatalysis Group led by Dr. D. M. Morales. You will be responsible of managing the group, namely, organizing group meetings, discussing progress with the different team members, coordinating the use of lab equipment, placing orders for chemicals and consumables, among others. You will also conduct a research project of your own, within the field of electrochemical technology.
Who are you?
You should have:
- A PhD degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or a related field.
- Previous postdoc experience.
- Experience supervising MSc and PhD students.
- A strong background and demonstrated experience in electrochemistry, including in-situ electrochemical methods.
- Excellent English communication skills, both written and spoken.
- Strong managerial skills.
What can you expect from us?
- In accordance with the collective labor agreement for Dutch universities, we offer a salary of at least € 3.706 up to a maximum of € 5.760 (salary scale 10) gross per month for a full-time employment contract.
- 232 vacation hours per year, based on a 38-hour workweek (1.0 FTE). You can also work more or fewer hours in exchange for more or fewer free hours. For example, with a 40-hour workweek, you save 96 extra free hours, and with a 36-hour workweek, you lose 96 hours.
- End-of-year bonus of 8.3% and 8% holiday allowance.
- Extensive opportunities for personal and professional development.
- Postdoc position from 1st January 2027 to 30th April 2027.
Where will you be working?
At the University of Groningen (UG), researchers from all fields of academia and technology are working on academic challenges and societal questions. Lecturers prepare their students for meaningful careers within or outside the academic world. Interdisciplinary research and teaching, sharing of knowledge, collaboration with businesses, government institutions, and societal organizations are aspects that are of the utmost importance to this European top university. The UG aims to be an open academic community with an inclusive and safe working climate that invites you to add your value.
The Faculty of Science and Engineering (FSE) provides teaching and research across a wide range of disciplines, from physics and biology to artificial intelligence, mechanical engineering, and pharmacy. In close collaboration with partners from industry, healthcare, and society, we contribute to the urgent challenges of our time, such as energy, sustainability, digitization, and medical technology. Our community is open and informal, with more than 7,000 students, 1,000 PhD students, and 1,400 staff members from all over the world. If you would like to learn more about the Faculty of Science and Engineering, visit rug.nl/fse.
The successful candidate will join the Engineering and Technology Institute Groningen (ENTEG) within the Faculty of Science and Engineering at the University of Groningen.
The research will be carried out in the Electrocatalysis Group led by Dr. Dulce M. Morales. The successful candidate will also benefit from connections within the Chemical Engineering department, including regular seminars, joint group meetings, and interaction with other staff, postdocs and PhD students in a lively and supportive environment.
Application procedure
Step 1:
Your application
After submitting your application, you will receive a confirmation by email.
Step 2:
Selection
The selection committee assesses your application and you will be notified as soon as possible whether you are invited for an interview.
Step 3:
First interview
We would like to get to know each other better in a first interview, which can take place either online or on location.
Step 4:
Second interview and possible assessment or guest lecture
We may schedule a second interview with you. Depending on the position, this interview can be complemented with an assessment or guest lecture.
Step 5:
Terms of employment meeting
After a positive interview, we will discuss the terms of employment together. When everything is completed, we are happy to welcome you at the University of Groningen!
Interested?
Does this vacancy appeal to you? If so, click on the button below and apply straightaway.
Please add the following documents to your application:
- CV
- Cover letter (max 2 pages).
Do you have any questions or need more information?
- Questions about the content of the job?Dulce Morales HernándezAssistant Professord.m.morales.hernandez@rug.nl
- Questions about your application process?Friso SalverdaHuman Resources Adviserf.d.salverda@rug.nl
Information about applying
When scheduling meetings, we will take your schedule into account as much as possible.
The University of Groningen considers social safety important. We strive to be a university where staff and students feel respected and at home, regardless of differences in background, experiences, perspectives, and identity. For more information, see also our page about our diversity policy.
Acquisition is not appreciated.
Our selection procedure follows the guidelines of the NVP Application Code.
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