(Junior) Researcher (Materials Engineering)
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TL;DR
(Junior) Researcher (Materials Engineering): Developing structural biofabricated polymer composites and reinforced laminates using microbial extracellular polymeric substances with an accent on circularity and regenerative design. Focus on experimenting with wastewater-derived binding matter, validating material performance against EU standards, and building 1:1 scale demonstrators.
Location: Must be based in or relocate to Delft, Netherlands
Salary: €3,546 – €5,538 per month
Company
is a top international university combining science, engineering, and design to address global challenges in energy, climate, and sustainability.
What you will do
- Develop structural biofabricated polymer composites, reinforced laminates, and sandwich panels using microbial substances derived from wastewater.
- Experiment and validate composite materials focusing on sustainability, aesthetics, and functionality through multi-scale characterization.
- Establish a participatory, transdisciplinary framework involving architecture, engineering, and social sciences.
- Organize focus groups, design reviews, and open studios to optimize material formulations and increase societal acceptance.
- Build scaled models and 1:1 scale demonstrators to test and validate material desirability.
- Explore mass-scale feasibility and market readiness through digital and robotic manufacturing frameworks.
Requirements
- PhD or Master's degree in Materials Engineering or Building Sciences.
- English: C1 level proficiency required.
- Strong interest in bio-materials and bio-fabrication.
- Experience with material processing and product design (demonstrated via thesis or publications).
- Ability to work independently and within transdisciplinary networks.
Culture & Benefits
- 3-year employment period with a full-time schedule (38-40 hours/week).
- Customizable compensation package including discounts on health insurance.
- Monthly work costs contribution and flexible work schedules.
- Comprehensive relocation support through the "Coming to Delft Service".
- Access to a Dual Career Programme to assist partners with job searches in the Netherlands.
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