Wageningen University & Research
The Organic Chemistry group (
www.orc.wur.nl) constitutes a large, multidisciplinary team involved in research and teaching in organic and analytical chemistry. Our research centers around the organic chemistry of bioactive surfaces and materials, which can be defined as: Study and development of organic reactions and reactivity of (bio-)organic molecules and structures at or relevant for surfaces.
Themes are:
- Surface-bound analytical chemistry
- Synthesis of bioactive molecules
- Interactive surfaces and materials
A recent external international evaluation of our research gave us the maximum score of 3 x 1 for quality, relevance and viability. The laboratory is well-equipped with a unique set of analytical instruments for bio-organic materials and surfaces, including NMR, AFM, XRD, XPS, QCM, scanning Auger, SEM, FTIR, SPR, UV, time-resolved absorption and fluorescence, mass spectrometers, etc. with the corresponding technical staff. In addition to this, the embedding within Wageningen University and Research Centre adds ample biological input into our focus on surface chemistry-based research.
The Organic Chemistry group plays an important role in the teaching of many students at Wageningen University, mainly first-year students, but also second year and MSc students. Topics include introductory and advanced organic chemistry, analytical chemistry and spectroscopy, polymer chemistry, organic synthesis and reaction mechanisms, etc.
The mission of our University is to explore the potential of nature to improve the quality of life. Within Wageningen University & Research, nine specialized research institutes from the Wageningen Research Foundation and Wageningen University have joined forces to help answer the most important questions in the domain of healthy food and living environment. With approximately 30 locations, 5,000 employees, and 10,000 students, it is one of the leading organizations in its domain worldwide. An integrated approach to problems and the cooperation between various disciplines are at the heart of the unique approach of Wageningen.
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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
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