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Material science/low pressure plasma laboratory technician (Bachelor) 1 year full time contract with possible reconduction

27 Mar 2024

Job Information

Organisation/Company
Université de Namur
Department
Science Faculty, LARN laboratory
Research Field
Engineering » Chemical engineering
Engineering » Design engineering
Engineering » Electrical engineering
Engineering » Industrial engineering
Engineering » Materials engineering
Engineering » Mechanical engineering
Engineering » Process engineering
Technology » High vacuum technology
Technology » Instrumentation technology
Technology » Laboratory technology
Technology » Materials technology
Technology » Nanotechnology
Researcher Profile
First Stage Researcher (R1)
Country
Belgium
Application Deadline
Type of Contract
Temporary
Job Status
Full-time
Hours Per Week
38
Offer Starting Date
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?
Not funded by an EU programme
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?
No

Offer Description

Context:

As part of the BatFactory project, the University of Namur is hiring a technician to strengthen the LARN laboratory team dedicated to the deposition of thin layers on powder. The person hired will be responsible for the management and maintenance of the various equipment. He/She will participate in the synthesis and characterization of the coatings. He/She will be trained in vacuum technologies and must quickly become autonomous. He/She evolved in an interdisciplinary environment (physicists, engineers, biophysicists, students, doctoral students, academic staff) and stimulating.

 

Application:

The application, consisting of a CV, a motivation letter, must be sent to Prof. Stéphane Lucas (stephane.lucas@unamur.be), Emile Haye (emile.haye@unamur.be) and Cédric Vandenabeele (cedric.vandenabeele@unamur.be) by e-mail by April 30, 2024 at the latest.

Requirements

Research Field
Engineering
Education Level
Bachelor Degree or equivalent
Research Field
Physics
Education Level
Bachelor Degree or equivalent
Research Field
Technology
Education Level
Bachelor Degree or equivalent
Skills/Qualifications
The candidate must:
• Manage the maintenance of the machine park (preventative maintenance, upkeep, sandblasting), composed of a vacuum deposition chamber, a sample preparation line and analysis equipment (nanoindenter, profilometer, microscope)
• Participate in experimental development linked to vacuum deposition on powder
• Carry out the synthesis of vacuum depositions according to pre-established recipes
• Perform film property analyzes (thickness, morphology)
Specific Requirements
Skills and qualities required:
• Pro-active, spirit of initiative, reliability, adaptability
• Bachelor/Graduate/BTS/Pro License type electromechanic, materials science, automation engineer, vacuum technology or equivalent
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Experience in managing a machine fleet
• Ability to read plans
• Well organised
• Good command of English
• Stress management

 

Additional benefits:
• Experience in vacuum technology
• Mastery of office tools
• Driving license and vehicle
• Mastery of industrial drawing tools (SolidWorks).
Languages
FRENCH
Level
Mother Tongue
Languages
ENGLISH
Level
Excellent
Research Field
EngineeringTechnology
Years of Research Experience
1 - 4

Additional Information

Benefits

26 days off

Compensation for public transport

Many discounts from different brands (shopping and recreational activities)

A challenging and stimulating work environment, in a young and motivated team

Meaningful work that advances research

Selection process

First selection on CV + Cover letter

Send to  stephane.lucas@unamur.be ; emile.haye@unamur.be ; cedric.vandenabeele@unamur.be

Interview for final round

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available
1
Company/Institute
University of Namur
Country
Belgium
Geofield

Where to apply

E-mail
stephane.lucas@unamur.be

Contact

City
Namur
Website
Street
Rue de Bruxelles, 61
Postal Code
5000
E-Mail
cedric.vandenabeele@unamur.be