PhD Positions at IMPRS SusMet: The International Max Planck Research School for Sustainable Metallurgy (IMPRS SusMet) invites applications for 6 PhD positions in Sustainable Metallurgy (Experiment & Simulation). This is a full-time, three-year program based in Germany, aiming to foster cutting-edge research in sustainable materials.
PhD Positions at International Max Planck Research School for Sustainable Metallurgy (IMPRS SusMet)
Designation:
PhD Positions (m/f/d) in Sustainable Metallurgy
Research Area:
Sustainable Metallurgy focusing on:
- Chemical, mechanical, and plasma processing of metal ores
- Carbon emissions reduction in metallurgy
- Material durability enhancement
- Recycling process improvement
Location:
- Max Planck Institute for Sustainable Materials, Düsseldorf
- Max-Planck-Institut für Kohlenforschung, Mülheim/Ruhr
- Ruhr University Bochum
- University Duisburg-Essen
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Duration | 3 years (full-time) |
| Salary | TVöD 13 65% (approx. €39,000 gross/year) at Max Planck Institutes, TV-L 13 65% (approx. €39,000 gross/year) at University Duisburg-Essen, €2,050 net/month scholarship at Ruhr University Bochum |
| Application Deadline | 31.10.2025 |
| Starting Date | 01.01.2026 or individually later |
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Excellent master’s degree in Materials Science, Physics, Engineering, or Chemistry
- Very good command of the English language
Description:
The IMPRS SusMet program offers an interdisciplinary approach to sustainable metallurgical research. Students will engage in both experimental and computational projects, focusing on innovative methodologies to enhance sustainability in metallurgy. Desirable candidates will have a strong background in computational disciplines.
Key Focus Areas:
- Development of advanced simulation techniques (ab initio methods, multi-scale modelling, machine learning)
- High-resolution analyses of materials at the atomic scale
- Experimental and computational studies on gas-phase reactions
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit the following documents:
- Motivation letter
- CV
- Bachelor’s and Master’s degree certificates and transcripts
- Certificate of English proficiency (IELTS, TOEFL, or similar)
- Recommendation letters or references
Apply online at the official IMPRS SusMet website or contact Elke Lorenz at susmet@mpi-susmat.de for further inquiries.
Last Date to Apply:
31st October 2025
