PhD Position – hydrogen storage cycle: Join the Institute for Sustainable Hydrogen Economy (INW) at the Helmholtz Cluster for sustainable and Infrastructure-Compatible Hydrogen Economy (HC-H2) and actively contribute to innovative hydrogen technologies. INW-1, focusing on elementary processes during hydrogen storage, invites applications for a PhD position to conduct operando investigations on the dimethyl ether/CO2 system. If you are passionate about energy transition, sustainability, and chemical hydrogen storage, seize the opportunity to shape the future with us!
PhD Position – Structure-property relationships in the dimethyl ether/CO2 system for the hydrogen storage cycle
Designation: PhD Researcher
Research Area: Structure-property relationships in the dimethyl ether/CO2 system for the hydrogen storage cycle
Location: Brainergy Park Jülich, Germany
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Master’s degree in physics, chemistry, material science, chemical engineering, or related disciplines.
- Experience in the field of energy storage.
- Knowledge of X-ray methods and programming languages (ideally Python).
- Fluent in written and spoken English.
- Independent and self-motivated with excellent teamwork skills.
- High motivation to take on responsibility and contribute to the development of research ideas.
Job Description:
- Conduct operando investigations on the dimethyl ether/CO2 system for the hydrogen storage cycle.
- Develop measurement set-ups with a focus on X-ray methods.
- Perform X-ray investigations on modern laboratory instruments.
- Coordinate and execute synchrotron beam times.
- Publish and present results in high-ranking journals and conferences.
- Collaborate with other research groups.
- Support in the preparation of third-party funding proposals.
- Assist in establishing the institute.
Our Offer:
- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge societal issues.
- Participation in (international) conferences and project meetings.
- Comprehensive training and personal/professional development opportunities.
- Company health management and family-friendly corporate policy.
- Flexible work arrangements, including remote work.
- Further development of personal strengths through training courses and networking opportunities.
- Fixed-term position (3 years) with possible long-term prospects.
- Pay in line with 75% of pay group 13 of the Collective Agreement for the Public Service (TVöD-Bund).
- Additional 60% of monthly salary as a special payment (“Christmas bonus”).
How to Apply: Submit your application online with a CV, a brief summary of your background and research experience, a statement on how you would contribute to the institute’s work, and contact information for three references. Apply at Application Portal.
Last Date for Apply: Until the position is filled. Apply as soon as possible.
We welcome applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds. A diverse and inclusive working environment with equal opportunities is important to us.
