Assistant Department of Electromechanical, Systems and Metal Engineering (29825)
Ghent University is one of the top 100 universities in the Dutch language area, with more than 44,000 students and 15,000 staff members.
* Apply until 28/04/2026 23:59 (Brussels time)
* Faculty of Engineering and Architecture
* Department EA08 - Department of Electrical Energy, Metals, Mechanical Constructions and Systems
* AAP temporary appointment - 100%
* Number of openings: 1
* Reference number: 202604/EA08/AS/001
YOUR TASKS
* At least 50% of your assignment will be spent on academic research in preparation of a doctoral dissertation.
* You will assist in the teaching activities at the department, specifically the courses on thermo-fluids.
* You will assist in the internal and external services of the department.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
* You hold one of the following degrees:
o Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering
o Master of Science in Electromechanical Engineering
o Master of Science in Automotive Engineering
o or an equivalent degree.
* The degree requirement needs to be fulfilled at the start of your appointment. For diplomas awarded outside the European Union, a certificate of equivalence (NARIC) must be submitted.
* You are interested in academic and/or project‑based research and services.
* You have a strong interest in numerical fluid mechanics and internal combustion engines.
* You have excellent teaching and communication skills.
* Any teaching experience or participation in extra training, conferences, etc. is recommended.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
* We offer you a two‑year appointment, which may be renewed twice for two years, on condition that the previous term was given a positive evaluation. Attention: If you have been previously appointed as a junior assistant or doctoral fellow at a university within the Flemish Community, this appointment will be deducted from the maximum term of appointment, which is six years at the most according to the Codex of Higher Education.
* Your appointment will start on 1 June 2026 at the earliest.
* Your remuneration will be determined according to salary scale AAP3. More information about our salary scales.
* All Ghent University staff members enjoy a number of benefits, such as a wide range of training and education opportunities, 36 days of paid leave, bicycle commuting reimbursement, ecocheques, etc. A complete overview of all our fringe benefits.
INTERESTED?
Apply online through the e‑recruitment system before the application deadline (see above). We do not accept late applications or applications that are not sent through the online system.
Documents required
* In the field “Cv”: your cv and an overview of your study results (merged into one pdf file).
* In the field “Cover letter”: your application letter in pdf format.
* In the field “Diploma”: a transcript of the required degree (if already in your possession).
* If you have a foreign diploma in a language other than our national languages (Dutch, French or German) or English, please add a translation in one of the mentioned languages.
* In the field “Certificate of equivalence”: only for diplomas awarded outside the European Union a certificate of equivalence (NARIC) must be submitted (if already in your possession, if not, you need to be able to provide proof that you have applied for a certificate of equivalence at the start of your appointment). The certificate can be requested via www.naricvlaanderen.be/en.
* For diplomas awarded in the UK before January 31st of 2020, a certificate of equivalence is not required.
Note that the maximum file size for each field is 10 MB.
As Ghent University maintains an equal opportunities and diversity policy, everyone is encouraged to apply for this position.
MORE INFORMATION
For more information about this vacancy, please contact Prof. Luc Dupré (luc.dupre@ugent.be, +32 9 2643432).
Do you have a question regarding the online application process? Please read the FAQ or contact us via hr@ugent.be.
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