The Department of Applied Physics and Science Education is a research-driven department housing high-quality educational programs, all featuring strong connections between research and education. Our research is clustered in three focal areas: Fluids, Bio and Soft Matter (FBSM); Plasmas and Beams (PB); and Nano, Quantum and Photonics (NQP). Our shared ambition is to equip the next generation of ‘engineers of the future’ with the knowledge and the skills they will need to impact science, innovation, and society, from regional to global scales.
Are you passionate about sustainable energy materials and thin-film technologies for batteries?Are you interested in combining materials science, atomic layer deposition and electrochemistry, in cutting-edge lithium- and sodium-ion battery research? We are looking for 2 PhD candidates to design and engineer key interfaces in lithium- and sodium-ion battery technologies, while collaborating with other Dutch academic partners and companies.
Within the Plasma & Materials Processing group at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e), you will contribute to advance our growing research efforts in Atomic Scale Processing for next-generation energy devices. The central challenge of the research team is to design and engineer interfaces at the atomic scale by means of atomic layer deposition, for green hydrogen production, highly efficient metal halide perovskite-based photovoltaics and, of course, high energy density and safer batteries for e-mobility .
You will work in a highly collaborative environment within the Plasma & Materials Processing group, embedded in TU/e’s strong Brainport ecosystem, as well as tightly connected to other academic partners and industry through national research consortia (https://www.batterynl.nl/ and https://nanexbat.nl/). You are expected to contribute to scientific output, supervise Bachelor and MSc students, and actively collaborate with academic and industrial partners.
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Motivated and passionate researcher, with a master’s degree (or an equivalent university degree) in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, (Applied) Physics, or Materials Science.
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Ability to conduct high quality academic research, reflected in demonstratable outputs.
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Knowledge and expertise in thin film deposition (ALD, CVD, PVD) and material characterization
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Background knowledge in energy materials and/or battery technologies
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Demonstrated ability to perform high-quality, independent research
- A team player who enjoys supervising Bachelor and MSc. students and working in a highly international, dynamic, and interdisciplinary team.
Excellent (written and verbal) proficiency in English, good communication skills.
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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:
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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.
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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 gross per month).
- A year-end bonus of 8.3% and annual vacation pay of 8%.
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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.
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An excellent technical infrastructure, on-campus children's day care and sports facilities.
- Unlimited access to the modern on‑campus TU/e Student Sports Center at an exceptionally affordable rate.
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An allowance for commuting, working from home and internet costs.
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A Staff Immigration Team and a tax compensation scheme (the 30% facility) for international candidates.
On our website you can discover even more information about our conditions of employment. Build on your career at TU/e!
We are a leading international university 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.
Our university is located in Brainport Eindhoven — a world‑leading tech region with more than 7,000 high‑tech companies and strong R&D activity. Known for breakthroughs in AI, photonics, semiconductors and advanced manufacturing, Brainport is a place where technology serves people and society. Learn more about the Brainport region here.
Do you recognize yourself in this profile and would you like to know more? Please contact the hiring manager Prof.dr. M. (Adriana) Creatore, [email protected].
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We invite you to submit a complete application by using the apply button. The application should include a:
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Cover letter in which you describe your motivation and qualifications for the position.
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Curriculum vitae, including a list of your publications and the contact information of three references. Kindly note that we may reach out to references at any stage of the recruitment process. We recommend notifying your references upon submitting your application.
Ensure that you submit all the requested application documents. We give priority to complete applications.
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.
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You can apply online. We will not process applications sent by email and/or post.
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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.
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Type of employment: temporary position | Contract type: full time | Number of positions: 2 | Full-time equivalent: 1.0 FTE | City: Eindhoven | County: Noord-Brabant | Country: Netherlands | Reference number: 2026/380 | Published: 2026-06-29 | Last application date: 2026-07-29
