PhD Position in Catalysts: The Leibniz Institute for Catalysis (LIKAT Rostock) invites applications for a PhD position focused on the development of novel bifunctional aluminium-zirconium metallocene catalysts. This opportunity is part of a collaborative project with LANXESS Organometallics GmbH and is funded by the BMBF. The successful candidate will work on the characterization and application of these catalysts in olefin polymerization, leveraging the extensive expertise of the research group in organometallic chemistry.
PhD Position in the Development of Novel Bifunctional Aluminium-Zirconium Metallocene Catalysts
Summary Table:
| Position Title | PhD Position in Novel Bifunctional Aluminium-Zirconium Metallocene Catalysts |
|---|---|
| Institution | Leibniz Institute for Catalysis (LIKAT Rostock) |
| Location | Rostock, Germany |
| Duration | 3 years |
| Start Date | August 1, 2024 |
| Salary | Based on public service rates of the German states (€13 TV-L 66%) |
| Application Deadline | June 30, 2024 |
Study Area: The study area focuses on the development of novel bifunctional aluminium-zirconium metallocene catalysts, their characterization, and their application in olefin polymerization.
Scholarship Description: The Leibniz Institute for Catalysis (LIKAT Rostock), with approximately 300 employees and guests, is one of Europe’s leading research institutions in the field of catalysis. The institute specializes in both homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysts and catalytic processes and technologies. The PhD position is within the research group of Catalysis of Early Transition Metals in the department of Modern Concepts in Molecular Catalysis. The candidate will receive mentoring and support through a comprehensive training phase and regular exchanges with supervisors.
Eligibility:
- Excellent knowledge of either German or English.
- Experience in organometallic chemistry.
- Proficiency in standard characterization techniques (NMR, IR, GC, MS).
- Additional knowledge of organic chemistry and catalyst synthesis is desirable.
- High degree of self-motivation and ability to work in international interdisciplinary teams.
- Applications from Applied Universities (Fachhochschulen) are welcome.
Required Documents:
- CV
- List of publications
- Copies of relevant examination certificates
- Names and contact information of two referees
How to Apply: Please send your application (including all required documents in one PDF file with a maximum size of 25 MB) by email, quoting the reference number 417-02/2024, to bewerbungen@catalysis.de.
For topic-related questions, please contact Fabian Reiß directly at fabian.reiss@catalysis.de.
Last Date: The application deadline is June 30, 2024.
Please note that application and travel costs cannot be reimbursed. LIKAT supports professional equality of women and men, and applications from women are highly encouraged. In areas where women are underrepresented, preference will be given to women with equal qualifications. Disabled applicants with equal qualifications and aptitude will be given preferential consideration.
