Summary
The Faculty of Mechanical Engineering at Ruhr University Bochum invites applications for a three-year PhD position focused on the synthesis and atomic-scale characterization of high entropy alloy nanoparticles for electrocatalysis.
PhD Scholarship Opportunity in Synthesis and Atomic-Scale Characterization, University Bochum, Germany
Designation
PhD Position in Synthesis and Atomic-Scale Characterization of High Entropy Alloy Nanoparticles
Research Area
- Materials Science
- Nanoparticles
- Electrocatalysis
- Energy Conversion and Storage
Location
Ruhr University Bochum, Germany
Eligibility / Qualification
- Excellent master’s degree in materials science, inorganic chemistry, nanoparticle synthesis, or electrochemistry.
- Experience in synthesizing high entropy alloy nanoparticles (e.g., wet chemical, hydrothermal, thermal decomposition methods).
- Familiarity with hydrogen evolution, oxygen reduction, or evolution reactions.
- Competence in potentiostat measurements (cyclic voltammetry, electrochemical impedance spectroscopy, etc.).
- Proficiency in spoken and written English; willingness to learn German is preferred.
- Ideal candidates will have experience in X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy data analysis.
Job Description
| Responsibility | Details |
|---|---|
| Synthesis | Develop high entropy alloy nanoparticles for water electrocatalysis or fuel cell applications. |
| Characterization | Utilize advanced techniques such as atom probe tomography, aberration-corrected transmission electron microscopy, and X-ray photoemission spectroscopy. |
| Electrochemical Measurements | Conduct electrochemical analyses including cyclic voltammetry, linear sweep voltammetry, and Tafel slopes. |
| Research Dissemination | Write papers and present findings at international/national conferences. |
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their complete application documents, including an informative cover letter and CV (with certificates), as one PDF file through the online application portal of Ruhr University Bochum.
Last Date to Apply
July 12, 2026
For further information, please contact Prof. Dr. Tong Li at +49 234 32 26099.
