Postdoc in Sustainable printing, from processing to performance

A three-year Postdoc position at TU/e in collaboration with Canon Production Printing combining polymer science rheology and computational modeling to create the inks and coatings of tomorrow.

Printing is evolving towardsustainability precision and performance. Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) in collaboration withCanon Production Printing offersa Postdoc positionto advanceeco-friendly latex-based and UV-curable this project you will work together with two experimentally oriented PhDs who already started.

Postdoc: Computational Modeling of Ink Performance

Model the Mechanics of Tomorrows Inks

This position focuses on developingmulti-scale mechanical modelsto predict how printed inks behave under mechanical and environmental stress.

Your role:

• Buildmulti-scale modelsand extend theEindhoven Glass Polymer Modelfor latex-based and UV-curable inks.
• ImplementFEM simulationslinking chemistry processing and performance.
• Integrateexperimental datafrom the experimental PhDs for model validation.
• Collaborate with experimental PhDs andCanon Production Printingto enabledata-driven ink optimization.

Why Join

• Work in the multidisciplinary Processing and Performance of Materials group
• Work at the forefront ofsustainable materials researchin collaboration withindustry leaders.
• Combinechemistry mechanics and computationin amultidisciplinary team.
• Accesscutting-edge experimental and modeling facilities.
• Contribute to the development ofeco-friendly high-performance inksthat impact global printing and packaging industries.

• A PhD in Mechanical Engineering Chemical Engineering Applied Physics Computational Science or a related field.
• Strong background in numerical modeling and/or computational physics/mechanics.
• Experience with and enthusiasm for numerical simulation tools including programming in fortran/python.
• A research-oriented mindset: critical thinking is your second nature.
• A team player who enjoys operating in a multidisciplinary team and is fully committed to reaching the project goals and interested in collaborating with industrial partners.
• Motivated to develop your teaching skills and coach students.
• Fluent in spoken and written English (C1 level).

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:

• Full-time employment for 3 years.
• Salary in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities scale 10 ranging from 3706 to 5760 gross base salary per month (full-time).
• In addition to your base salary you will receive an 8% holiday allowance and an 8.3% year-end bonus both calculated based on your annual gross base salary.
• As a TU/e employee you participate in the ABP pension scheme providing retirement pension and pension benefits for surviving dependents and occupational disability. TU/e pays 70% of the pension premium while employees contribute the remaining 30%.
• High-quality training programs on general skills didactics and topics related to research and valorization.
• An excellent technical infrastructure on-campus childrens day care and sports facilities.
• Unlimited access to the modern oncampus TU/e Student Sports Center at an exceptionally affordable rate.
• Partially paid parental leave and an allowance for commuting working from home and internet costs.
• A TU/e Postdoc Association that helps you to build a stronger and broader academic and personal network and offers tailored support training and workshops.
• A Staff Immigration Team is available for international candidates as are a tax compensation scheme (the Expat Scheme) and a compensation for moving expenses.

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 13000 students and more than 7000 staff forming a diverse and vibrant academic community.

Our university is located in Brainport Eindhoven a worldleading tech region with more than 7000 hightech 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.

The Department of Mechanical Engineering department conducts world-class research aligned with the technological interests of the high-tech industry in the Netherlands with a focus on the Brainport region. Our goal is to produce engineers who are both scientifically educated and application-driven by providing a balanced education and research program that combines fundamental and application aspects. We equip our graduates with practical and theoretical expertise preparing them optimally for future challenges.

Do you recognize yourself in this profile and would you like to know more Please contact the hiring manager Lambèrt van Breemen .

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We invite you to submit a complete application using the apply-button. The application should include a:

• Cover letter in which you describe your motivation and qualifications for the position.
• 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.
• List of up to five self-selected best publications.

Ensure that you submit all the requested application documents. Please note that incomplete applications may not be considered and could be rejected.

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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