Fully funded PhD Position in Reverse Engineering Milk Fat Globules, Netherlands

  •  PhD
  •  Not Specified
  •   Netherlands
  • $$  Fully funded

Wageningen University & Research is excited to announce a Fully funded PhD Position in Reverse Engineering Milk Fat Globules within its Biobased Chemistry and Technology and Physical Chemistry and Soft Matter groups.

Candidates for this PhD position should possess an MSc degree in physical chemistry, chemistry, chemical engineering, or materials science, along with proven skills in experimental soft-matter techniques and physicochemical analytical tools.

Founded in 1876, Wageningen University & Research has a rich history that began as a national agricultural college and has evolved into a multidisciplinary center for science, innovation, and education. The university offers a broad spectrum of educational programs and state-of-the-art facilities, empowering students to contribute solutions for sustainable development and environmental stewardship.

Wageningen Universiteit Information

Wageningen Universiteit Grants

Fully funded PhD Position in Reverse Engineering Milk Fat Globules, Netherlands Founded in 1918, Wageningen Universiteit (Wageningen University) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the medium-sized town of Wageningen (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Gelderland. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministerie van Onderwijs, Cultuur en Wetenschap, Nederland (Ministry of Education, Culture and Science, Netherlands), Wageningen Universiteit (WU) is a medium-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 9,000-9,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Wageningen Universiteit (WU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Eligible Countries: Applicants from all countries are welcome to apply.
  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: The PhD position is available in Reverse Engineering Milk Fat Globules within the interdisciplinary domain of biobased chemistry, soft matter physics, and food science.
  • Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must:
  • Hold an MSc degree in physical chemistry, chemistry, chemical engineering, or materials science.

  • Demonstrate proven skills in chemical and physicochemical analytical tools (experience in AFM is advantageous).

  • Have experience or interest in numerical modeling or programming.

  • Show ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary and multicultural research environment.

  • Possess excellent written and spoken English (C1 level or equivalent recognized certificate).

Offered Benefits

  • Fully funded 4-year PhD position with salary ranging from €3,059 (first year) to €3,881 (fourth year) per month, in line with the Dutch Universities Collective Labour Agreement.

  • Fixed year-end bonus of 8.3%.

  • Access to sports facilities and vitality programs.

  • Paid parental leave and flexible working arrangements.

  • Excellent pension plan and tailored training opportunities.

  • Visa and relocation support for international candidates.

  • Opportunity to work on the greenest and most innovative campus in the Netherlands within an internationally recognized research environment.

Application Process

Applications must be submitted online through the Wageningen University vacancy portal:
Click here to apply

Required documents (max. 3 pages total):

  • Complete and up-to-date Curriculum Vitae.

  • Motivation letter.
    Additional documents such as transcripts are not required at this stage.

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