Ph.D. Position in Electrosynthetic Reactions: The Max Planck Institute for Chemical Energy Conversion (MPI CEC) in Mülheim an der Ruhr is offering a Ph.D. position in the Department of Electrosynthesis. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in sustainable reaction methodologies with a focus on electrochemical reactions.
Ph.D. Student Position in Electrosynthetic Reactions at Max Planck Institute
Designation: Ph.D. Student (m/f/d)
Table:
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Discovery and Development of Electrosynthetic Reactions |
| Location | Mülheim an der Ruhr, Germany |
| Starting Date | Flexible, available immediately until January 2026 |
| Duration | 3 years |
| Supervisor | Prof. Dr. Siegfried R. Waldvogel |
| Job Code | DN008 |
Research Area: Electrosynthesis, organic synthesis, electrochemistry, reaction mechanism studies, and scalability of electrosynthetic processes.
Location: Mülheim an der Ruhr, Germany
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Master’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, or related disciplines.
- Experience in organic synthesis is required.
- Prior knowledge of electrochemistry is beneficial but not necessary.
Description: The Ph.D. student will be involved in:
- Performing electrochemical reactions and tuning reaction conditions.
- Optimizing reactions for products of high industrial relevance.
- Investigating reaction mechanisms.
- Performing studies on the scalability of electrosynthetic processes.
- Preparing scientific publications and presenting results at national and international conferences.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit a detailed application including:
- A cover letter describing past research experience.
- A curriculum vitae with contact details of three referees.
- A copy of your degree certificate.
Please send your application preferably in digital form, stating the reference code “DN008” to henning.klingen@cec.mpg.de
Last Date for Apply: 30th September 2025
