PhD Position in Electrocatalysis: In Situ Spectroscopy and Microscopy

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND RESOURCES

The successful candidate will design and conduct in situ and operando experiments on model and technologically relevant systems. Responsibilities will include acquiring and analyzing experimental data, developing robust data-analysis workflows, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team, presenting results at conferences, contributing to manuscripts, and supervising students.

We offer an international research environment, access to state-of-the-art laboratories and instrumentation, close collaboration with leading synchrotron facilities, and opportunities to develop an independent research profile.

QUALIFICATIONS AND TERMS

Applicants must hold, or expect to complete before the start of the position, a diploma or master’s degree in chemistry, physics, materials science, or chemical engineering.

Experience with in situ or operando methods in electrochemistry is an advantage but not required.

We value flexibility, commitment, strong communication skills, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

• Regular promotion to the next level and increase in salary pursuant to the collective bargaining agreement for the public service of the German Länder (TV-L) or remuneration pursuant to the Bavarian Public Servants Remuneration Act (BayBesG) plus an additional annual bonus
• 30 days annual leave at five working days per week with additional free days on December 24 and 31
• Occupational pension scheme and asset accumulation savings scheme

• Excellent support during the academic qualification phase
• Structured doctoral degree programs
• Systematic career development in collaboration with the Graduate Center
• Thorough onboarding process with a dedicated team
• Subsidized food and drinks in our student restaurants
• Place of work within comfortable walking distance of public transport
• Flexible working hours
• A wide range of training courses and opportunities for professional development

For all job postings, the following applies:
Friedrich-Alexander-Universität promotes equal professional opportunities for women. Women are therefore expressly encouraged to apply.

Severely disabled persons as defined by the German Severely Disabled Persons Act will be given preferential consideration if they have the same professional qualifications and personal aptitude and if the advertised position is suitable for severely disabled persons. Details can be found in the respective job posting under “Remarks.”

At the applicant’s request, the Equal Opportunities Officer may be included in the job interview without any disadvantage to the applicant.

All advertised positions are generally suitable for part-time work unless stated otherwise in the job posting.