PhD student position: Institute of Materials Research    1476 views

The Institute of Materials Research (Helmholtz-Zentrum Geesthacht) is offering a PhD student position (m/f/d) in multiscale modeling of hydrogen storage materials. The position is initially limited for three years (starting as soon as possible).

About the project:

• The project will be conducted as part of a young, multidisciplinary and highly motivated team within the newly established division for Computation and Simulation.
• The project will be part of a close collaboration with a renown research institute in the USA which will involve frequent research stays at the partner institution.
• Tasks involved are: simulation of the kinetic properties of complex and metal hydrides by means of Phase Field simulations; collaboration with experimental partners at HZG and the US partner institution.
• Candidate is expected to present the results on project meetings, international conferences, and in scientific publications and to contribute to patent applications

Requirements:

• Applicant must be curiosity-driven, highly motivated and detail-oriented personality who integrates well into an interdisciplinary team; self-dependent and pro-active attitude
• Applicant must possess excellent problem solving skills, creative thinking and the ability to quickly learn new methods and techniques.
• Applicant must hold master’s degree in Computational Materials Science, Theoretical/Computational Chemistry, Physics, Inorganic Chemistry (or related fields).
• Applicant must have some experiences in the area of Phase Field simulations for kinetic and thermodynamic properties of hydrides or metallic alloys
• Expertise with quantum chemical methodology (DFT, ab-initio), Molecular Dynamics, Monte Carlo are beneficial
• Strong mathematical background and programming experience are essential
• Knowledge in metal hydrides and/or hydrogen technology would be an additional advantage
• Applicant must possess very good English speaking and writing skills as well as presentation/communication skills
• Ability to travel as necessary (up to several months per year)

How to apply:

• apply online