Postdoctoral Researcher

**Job Description**
Join a project focused on pioneering green steel innovation by developing melting strategies for hydrogen-based direct reduced iron (H-DRI) in future electric arc furnace (EAF) operations. This research aims to understand H-DRI melting mechanisms with varying qualities, focusing on EAF slag characteristics and heat transfer. The role contributes to the National Growth Funding “Groeien met Groen Staal (GGS)” programme, aiming to make the Dutch steel sector circular, CO2-neutral, and high-tech by 2050, specifically within the Production theme.

**Skills & Abilities**
• Sound knowledge in pyrometallurgical fundamentals, including thermodynamics and reaction kinetics.
• Acquainted with ironmaking and steelmaking technologies.
• Experienced with kinetic and thermodynamic modeling.
• Knowledge of modeling tools such as Factsage, Thermocalc, Python, and Matlab.
• Familiar with designing and conducting high-temperature experiments.
• Familiar with using furnaces and reacting gases (O2, H2, CO/CO2, and natural gas).
• Independent with strong teamwork capabilities, willing to cooperate closely with other researchers and industry partners.

**Qualifications**
Required Degree(s) in:
• Chemical engineering
• Metallurgical engineering
• Materials engineering

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