Post Doc position in transition metal catalysis and plastic recycling Part-time

Post Doc Position In Transition Metal Catalysis And Plastic Recycling

Are you interested in transition metal catalysis, and can you contribute to the development of thermoset polymer recycling? Then the Skrydstrup Group at the Department of Chemistry, Aarhus University invites you to apply for a 5-month Post Doctoral position (30 hours/week) starting from November 1st, 2026.

This is a 5-month position (30 hours/week) from 01 November 2026.

You will be contributing to the development of catalytic methods based on transition metal catalysis applied to thermoset plastic recycling. The position will focus on different catalytic processes and understanding the mechanism of the catalysis. You will be involved in independent and collaborative projects dealing with the deconstruction of thermoset plastics. These activities will be in close collaboration with other members of the Skrydstrup Group working in this field.

The candidate must have a PhD in synthetic chemistry or similar. The candidate is required to have a strong background in organic synthesis and transition metal catalysis. The candidate must be familiar with organometallic chemistry and the synthesis of organometallic complexes. The candidate must be with the technologies for plastic recycling. The candidate must have good communication skills and experience in writing drafts for publications. The candidate must have experience with international collaborations. The candidate must be able to work both independently but also serve as an excellent team player.

The candidate will be part of the Skrydstrup group, an international group consisting of approximately 4 Post Docs and 8 PhD students, among other students and academic and technical staff. The group is part of the Department of Chemistry and the Novo Nordisk Foundation CO2 Research Center (CORC).

The successful candidate is offered: a well-developed research infrastructure, laboratories and access to shared equipment; an exciting interdisciplinary environment with many national, international and industrial collaborators; a research climate encouraging lively, open and critical discussion within and across different fields of research; a work environment with close working relationships, networking and social activities; a workplace characterised by professionalism, equality and a healthy work-life balance.

The place of work is Gustav Wieds Vej 14, 8000 Aarhus C, and the area of employment is the Department of Chemistry, Aarhus University with related departments.

For further information, please contact: Professor Troels Skrydstrup, +45 28 99 21 32, ts@chem.au.dk.

The application must be in English and include a curriculum vitae, degree certificate, a complete list of publications, a statement of future research plans and information about research activities, teaching portfolio and verified information on previous teaching experience (if any). Appointment shall be in accordance with the collective labour agreement between the Danish Ministry of Taxation and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. Salary and terms as agreed between the Danish Ministry of Taxation and the Confederation of Professional Unions at basic salary steps 4-8.

The application must be submitted via Aarhus University's recruitment system, which can be accessed under the job advertisement on Aarhus University's website.