PhD Scholarship Opportunity: The University of Bayreuth offers a PhD position at the Chair of Physical Chemistry III under a DFG-funded project within the Priority Program “Nitroconversion” (SPP2370). The position is designed for researchers keen on utilizing nanostructured TiO2 photocatalysts for advanced solar battery materials and nitrogen reduction.
PhD Scholarship Opportunity at Chair of Physical Chemistry III
Designation
PhD Candidate (M/F/D)
Research Area
Physical Chemistry, Nanostructured Materials, Photocatalysis, Nitrogen Reduction
Location
University of Bayreuth, Germany
Eligibility/Qualification
- A completed scientific university degree (diploma or MSc) in Chemistry or Materials Science.
- Experience in sol-gel chemistry, electrospinning, photocatalysis, and semiconductor materials characterization is advantageous.
- Strong interest in academic collaboration and very good English communication skills.
Job Description
- Utilize and characterize nanostructured TiO2 photocatalysts as solar battery materials for nitrogen reduction.
- Perform comprehensive material characterization using techniques such as elemental analysis, electron microscopy, XRD, IR, Raman, TGA, and sorption methods.
- Document, evaluate, and publish research findings.
- Engage in academic exchanges with other research groups.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply online with meaningful application documents, using the key word “Nitroconversion” via the application portal.
Last Date for Application
31 December 2025
For further inquiries, please contact Prof. Dr. Roland Marschall at roland.marschall@uni-bayreuth.de or call +49 (0) 921/ 55-2760.
