Postdoctoral Researcher in Chemical Recycling of Textile Waste at Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University (RSM)

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Welcome to Maastricht University! Turn your passion for sustainability into impact. Join us as a Postdoctoral researcher and advance the future of textile waste recycling.

Position

Postdoctoral Researcher in Chemical Recycling of Textile Waste

About the role

We develop innovative circular chemical technologies to tackle textile waste. This position focuses on hydrothermal treatment and complementary processes, working at the interface of fundamental research and real‑world application.

Responsibilities

• Design, conduct, and optimize laboratory‑scale chemical recycling experiments on textile waste streams.
• Develop and apply advanced analytical methods (chromatography, spectroscopy, elemental analysis) to characterize feedstocks, intermediates, and recycled products.
• Investigate how textile composition (cotton, polyester, blends, additives, dyes) influences process performance and product quality.
• Collaborate with project partners to integrate results into larger process design and techno‑economic evaluations.
• Publish findings in high‑impact journals and present at international conferences.
• Supervise PhD and BSc/MSc students within the Chemical Recycling group.

Qualifications

• A Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Polymer Chemistry, or a related field.
• Strong background in chemical recycling, thermochemical conversion, polymer processing, or related areas.
• Hands‑on experience with hydrothermal treatment, solvolysis, or pyrolysis.
• Experience with advanced analytical techniques (GC‑MS, LC‑MS, FTIR, NMR, GPC, XRF).
• Proven publication record and strong scientific writing and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with industrial and academic partners.
• Excellent written and spoken English skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary: €4,728–€6,433 gross per month (scale 11, UFO profile Researcher), plus 8.0% holiday allowance and 8.3% year‑end bonus.
• 24‑month employment contract, 1.0 FTE.
• Flexible working hours and possibility to work partly from home.
• Commuting and internet allowance for full‑time employees.
• 29 vacation days plus 4 additional public holidays per year; 12 additional days can be accumulated.
• Contributory pension scheme (ABP) and access to fitness facilities.
• Extensive training programs and professional development opportunities.

Application

Interested candidates should apply no later than 16 November. Submit your CV (including publication list), motivation letter, and contact information for two referees. The vacancy is open to internal and external candidates; internal candidates will be prioritized in case of equal qualifications.

EEO Statement

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Contact

For more information, contact Dr. A. Chaudhuri at arnab.chaudhuri@maastrichtuniversity.nl.

Job Info:

• Company: Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University (RSM)
• Position: Postdoctoral Researcher in Chemical Recycling of Textile Waste
• Work Location: Maastricht
• Country: NL

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