PhD position: Chemical Energy Conversion, MPI 2478 views

Young Researchers / PhD position at the Max Planck Institute for Chemical Energy Conversion, Mülheim an der Ruhr in the field of Chemistry

Overview: The department of “Inorganic Spectroscopy” is presently seeking for candidate for a PhD position with master’s degree in Chemistry or Physics. The position is available in the Spectroelectrochemistry group.

Core Field: In-situ/operando spectroelectrochemistry

Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Serena DeBeer and Dr. Olaf Rüdiger.

Tasks

The work will be experimental with the aim

1. to study electrocatalytic molecular systems in-situ or under operando conditions using different spectroscopic techniques (X-ray, EPR, FTIR …), both in-house as well as synchrotron based.
2. to work in a highly collaborative environment.
3. The working language is English.
4. The doctoral researcher will receive substantial financial support as well as high-grade scientific courses (see IMPRS research school).

Requirements / Qualifications

1. Highly motivated researchers of any nationality with an excellent scientific background
2. With a deep commitment to fundamental research are welcome to apply.
3. Applicants should hold a Master’s or equivalent degree in Chemistry or Physics
4. Some experience in electrochemistry and/or spectroscopy in the field of electrocatalysis.

 Key Features:

1. The position is available immediately.
2. The doctoral researcher will work on a three-year-doctoral-program

Application Procedure

1. Please send your application in digital form to Dr. Olaf Rüdiger (ruediger@cec.mpg.de).
2. Please state the reference code “OR001” in your application. Application documents must include a cover letter with description of past experience, CV with the contact details of at least one (01) referee and a copy of your degree certificate.
3. Closing date: August 31, 2018.