Loss of eyesight is a terrible disease that is still very difficult to treat. Often, not the entire function of the eye is lost; the nerve cells are still operational but the light signals are not passed on efficiently. If communication between the cone and rod cells with the nerve cells in the retina therefore is restored, the function of the eye can be recovered. This communication is performed via the exchange of small molecules such as glutamate. In the multidisciplinary FET Open project HYVIS (https://cordis.europa.eu/project/id/964468, https://hybrid-vision.eu/ ) we aim to achieve this restoration of communication using an implantable device on the retina. We need you to develop one of the crucial aspects of this device, namely a polymer that responds to light and thereby opens or closes nanopores from which glutamate can be released. You are an excellent polymer chemist, with also affinity for organic chemistry, engineering and device development. You are creative and independent, and highly motivated by scientific challenges. Furthermore, you are part of an international team of interdisciplinary researchers, and you therefore have excellent communication skills and team playing capacity.

• Motivated researcher, with a PhD in polymer research, or a comparable domain.
• Ability to conduct high quality academic research, reflected in demonstratable outputs.
• A team player who enjoys coaching PhD and Master's students and working in a dynamic, interdisciplinary team.
• A proven ability to manage complex projects to completion on schedule.
• Excellent (written and verbal) proficiency in English, good communication and leadership skills.

A meaningful job in a dynamic and ambitious university, in an interdisciplinary setting and within an international network. You will work on a beautiful, green campus within walking distance of the central train station. In addition, we offer you:

• Full-time employment for 2 years.
• Salary in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities, scale 10.
• A year-end bonus of 8.3% and annual vacation pay of 8%.
• High-quality training programs on general skills, didactics and topics related to research and valorization.
• An excellent technical infrastructure, on-campus children's day care and sports facilities.
• Partially paid parental leave and an allowance for commuting, working from home and internet costs.
• A TU/e Postdoc Association that helps you to build a stronger and broader academic and personal network, and offers tailored support, training and workshops.
• A Staff Immigration Team is available for international candidates, as are a tax compensation scheme (the 30% facility) and a compensation for moving expenses.