PhD – Ceramic Electrolyzers (PCCEL): The Institute of Energy Materials and Devices – Materials Synthesis and Processing (IMD-2) is offering a PhD position focusing on the development of proton-conducting ceramic electrolyzers with enhanced service life. This position presents an exciting opportunity to contribute to the advancement of high-temperature electrolysis (HTEL) technologies and the production of undiluted water-free hydrogen.
PhD Scholarship Opportunity – Development of Proton-Conducting Ceramic Electrolyzers (PCCEL) with Increased Service Life
Designation: PhD Candidate
Research Area: Development of Proton-Conducting Ceramic Electrolyzers with Increased Service Life
Location: Institute of Energy Materials and Devices – Materials Synthesis and Processing (IMD-2), Jülich, Germany
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Successfully completed master’s degree in materials science, materials engineering, or a comparable field with an excellent final grade
- Good knowledge in the fields of materials science, solid state chemistry, and ideally of ceramic processing
- Experience with the synthesis of oxide powders and manufacturing of ceramic solids is advantageous
- Knowledge in the field of ceramic ion conductors and electrochemistry is an added advantage
- Strong command of the English language (written and spoken)
- Good knowledge of the German language is a plus
Job Description:
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Synthesis and optimization of ceramic suspensions, including characterization and pre-treatment of ceramic powders
- Processing of ceramic suspensions using tape casting and screen printing to manufacture PCCELs
- Analysis of cell performance and degradation mechanisms of the PCCEL
- Post-mortem analysis of the cell after testing to identify microstructural and chemical changes during operation
- Iterative improvement of the cell design by identifying dominant degradation mechanisms and implementing mitigation strategies at the cell level
How to Apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via the online application portal on the institute’s website. Applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, certificates, and the names and contact information of two academic references.
Last Date for Apply: 6th November 2024
For more information about the position and the application process, please visit the institute’s website or contact them via the provided contact form.
