Our research interests are primarily in the field of electrochemical performance of materials used in electrochemical energy conversion and storage and electrosynthesis of valuable chemicals. We do interdisciplinary fundamental research with the focus on understanding the complex interplay between composition/electronic structure of the materials and their catalytic performance. The group works in close collaboration with the Helmholtz-Institute Erlangen-Nürnberg for Renewable Energies (HI ERN) and the Friedrich-Alexander Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU) and based in Erlangen.
The available PhD position is related to our research activities on electrochemical synthesis. In this project we aim at advanced understanding the role of ionic liquids at catalytically active electrodes with the goal to improve selectivity. The eventual goal is development of selective electrocatalysts based on mechanistic insights provided by sophisticated coupling of novel electrochemical techniques with online analytical tools.
Topic of the doctoral thesis: Electrocatalytic performance of ionic liquid modified interfaces
You will be a member of the Graduate School "Materials for Solar Energy Conversion (MatSEC)".
Your place of work is Erlangen.
Your tasks
- Execution of experiments (electrochemical measurements aimed at understanding of electrocatalytic activity, reaction mechanism and kinetics with and without ionic liquids)
- Preparation of model catalyst surfaces using physical vapor deposition techniques
- Collaboration with partners within CLINT Network, Analysis and communication of the obtained experimental data
- Writing papers and presenting the results at conferences
- Representing of the research group in project meetings
Requirements
- Excellent master or university degree in Physical, Organic or Analytical Chemistry
- Experience in physical and organic chemistry is mandatory
- Experience in fundamental and/or applied electrochemistry and chemistry analytics is highly beneficial
- Previous experience in application of mass spectrometry based techniques for detection of volatile species is desired
- Strong interest in pursuing research in a multidisciplinary project related to the optimization of electrocatalysts for water electrolysis. High motivation for pursuing a PhD within 3 years
- Excellent cooperation and communication skills and ability to work as part of a team, ability to show initiative and work independently
- Excellent skills in spoken and written English
Our Offer
- A lively scientific environment within the centre and possibilities for cooperation with excellent partners at the Friedrich-Alexander Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg, the HI ERN, the Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin and numerous partners in Germany and abroad
- An excellent international environment to perform sound, high-quality research at the international level
- Daily, hands-on experience in worldwide-unique electrochemical characterization techniques
- Active participation in project meetings, as well as on national and international conferences to present the results and to develop further competences
- Strong support and mentoring for setting up a future career in science and/or the industry
- A comprehensive further training programme
- Flexible working hours and various opportunities to reconcile work and private life
- Salary and social benefits in conformity with the provisions of the Collective Agreement for the Civil Service (TVöD)
Fixed term contract for 36 months. The salary is based on the Collective Agreement for the German Public Service (TVöD-Bund).
How to apply
Attachments: motivation letter, CV, transcript of grades, references We look forward to receiving your application via our application management system by 28.10.2021. For reasons of data protection regulations, we are unfortunately unable to consider applications that reach us by email or by mail in the application process.
We strive to increase the proportion of female employees and are therefore particularly pleased to receive applications from women. Disabled applicants with equal aptitude are given preference.
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