Job Title: R&D Water Process Intelligence

Job Title: R&D Water Process Intelligence
Hiring Company: VITO is a Belgian research and technology organization focused on sustainable solutions for societal challenges, particularly in areas like cleantech, sustainable development, and circular economy.
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Job location: Vlaams Gewest, Belgium
Requirements:

• You have a scientific master’s in chemistry, mathematics, technology, or related fields. A completed PhD degree in the water domain is a strong asset.
• You have demonstrable expertise in:
  • Process control and optimization for environmental processes
  • Process modelling, simulation tools, data-driven methods (e.g. AI)
  • Process monitoring and online sensors
  • Data collection, data management and data analytics (e.g. chemometrics)
  • Process development. Knowledge about product development is a plus
• Expertise in water process technologies is a big added value, especially with focus on the following topics:
  • removal of contaminants of emerging pollutants (membranes, constructed wetlands, treatment trains)
  • treatment of concentrates (zero pollution and circular water)
  • net zero GHG emissions in wastewater treatment plants.
• You have a passion for combining water expertise with digital tools to make a tangible impact.
• You have experience in applied industrial R&D and innovation trajectories. Familiarity with funding mechanisms is a plus.
• You have proven experience in new product and process development and in valorizing Intellectual Property
• You have a strong network in the Flemish and international water sector, complemented by a good knowledge of current challenges, trends, and opportunities in that field
• You have strong communication skills and are able to work in (international) networks.
• You have excellent project management and organizational skills.
• You are a flexible team player who can also work independently.
• You have an excellent knowledge of English and knowledge of Dutch is recommended.

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