Postdoc – Hydrogen Storage Materials: Join the newly founded Institute for a Sustainable Hydrogen Economy (INW) as a Postdoctoral Researcher focused on advancing the field of hydrogen storage materials through operando X-ray characterization techniques. Be part of a pioneering initiative alongside the H2 demonstration region, contributing to scientific foundations and innovative hydrogen technologies.
Postdoc – Operando X-ray Characterization of Hydrogen Storage Materials
Designation
Postdoc – Operando X-ray Characterization of Hydrogen Storage Materials
Research Area
Chemical hydrogen storage, X-ray characterization, catalytic interfaces, energy storage systems.
Location
Brainergy Park, Jülich, Germany
Eligibility/Qualification
- Master’s degree with PhD in physics, chemistry, materials science, chemical engineering, or a related discipline.
- Strong background in X-ray methods; experience with synchrotron or neutron methods is highly desirable.
- Knowledge of catalysis and energy storage materials, with an interest in operando characterization.
- Experience with programming/scripting (ideally Python).
- Fluent in written and spoken English.
- Excellent teamwork skills alongside an independent and self-motivated work approach.
- Willingness for international travel and extended research stays at partner facilities.
Job Description
- Conduct operando investigations of energy materials, emphasizing chemical hydrogen storage.
- Design, develop, and optimize advanced sample environments and reactors for high-throughput analysis.
- Apply and advance X-ray methods using both in-house facilities and synchrotron beamlines.
- Execute operando studies to understand relationships between structure, morphology, performance, and degradation mechanisms under realistic conditions.
- Participate in beam time at international large-scale research facilities (e.g., DESY, ESRF).
- Develop data workflows and analysis strategies in collaboration with the machine learning team.
- Contribute to scientific publications, project reports, and international conferences.
- Supervise and mentor PhD and Master’s students.
- Write and support third-party funding proposals.
- Actively contribute to the establishment and operation of the INW Long-Term Characterization X-Ray Laboratory.
How to Apply
Submit your application via the designated online platform as applications via email are not accepted. For details on the application process, refer to the application tips and FAQs on the official job webpage.
Last Date to Apply
Applications are accepted until the position is successfully filled; therefore, submitting your application as soon as possible is encouraged.
