PhD in Solid Oxide Electrolyser: The HyPRO project, a collaborative initiative involving over 70 project partners, is offering a PhD scholarship for motivated candidates to engage in experimental studies of a 10-kilowatt Solid Oxide Electrolyzer (SOEC) system. This role will contribute to advancing green hydrogen production, essential for the energy transition.
PhD in Solid Oxide Electrolyser Performance for Green Hydrogen Production
Designation
PhD Candidate
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Green Hydrogen Production, Electrochemistry |
| Location | Utrecht, Netherlands |
| Eligibility/Qualification | Master’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Energy Engineering, or related fields. Hands-on experience with hydrogen systems or electrolysers is preferred. |
| Salary | €2,901 – €3,707 monthly (depending on experience) |
| Duration | Initial one-year contract, extendable to a total of four years upon successful assessment. |
Description
The candidate will be involved in:
- Assembling and testing a 10-kilowatt Solid Oxide Electrolyzer (SOEC) system.
- Performing electrochemical performance tests, including IV curves and efficiency analysis under various current loads.
- Conducting dynamic tests to simulate real-world operational scenarios and evaluate long-term durability and degradation patterns.
- Collaborating with modeling, fabrication teams, and other researchers to enhance system performance and share knowledge across the HyPRO initiative.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their CV along with a letter of motivation through the ‘apply now’ link on the Utrecht University webpage.
Last Date for Application
28 February 2025
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