25.144-1600 PhD student (all genders) in Materials Research

GSI Helmholtzzentrum für Schwerionenforschung GmbH; Deutschland; Vor Ort; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading research institute in Darmstadt is seeking a highly motivated PhD candidate in Materials Research. The role involves synthesizing advanced alloys and investigating their properties in an international research context. Candidates must possess a Master’s degree in relevant fields and have a strong command of English. This part-time position is funded for a maximum of 36 months, encouraging applications from qualified women. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research in an exceptional environment.

Qualifikationen

• Above-average university degree in relevant fields.
• Experience working in a chemistry laboratory.
• Knowledge of ion beam physics is an advantage.

Aufgaben

• Fabricate bulk and nanostructured samples of high-entropy alloys.
• Characterize samples' morphology, composition, and crystallinity.
• Investigate radiation-hardness related properties of samples.
• Prepare and publish scientific results.

Kenntnisse

Knowledge of electrochemical deposition

Nanomaterials characterization

Strong command of English

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork skills

Ausbildung

Master's degree in Physics, Materials Science, Chemistry, or related subject

Jobbeschreibung

Organisation/Company GSI Helmholtzzentrum für Schwerionenforschung GmbH Department Materials research Research Field Physics Researcher Profile Other Profession Positions PhD Positions Country Germany Application Deadline 2 Jan 2026 - 23:55 (Europe/Berlin) Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Part-time Hours Per Week 25,32 Offer Starting Date 1 Feb 2026 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Other EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

GSI Helmholtzzentrum für Schwerionenforschung in Darmstadt operates one of the world’s leading particle accelerators for cutting‑edge research.

The new FAIR (Facility for Antiproton and Ion Research), one of the world’s largest research projects, is currently being built in international cooperation.

The Materials Research Department is seeking a highly motivated outstanding PhD candidate with qualifications in materials science, chemistry, physics, or a related field. The research will be conducted within the DINERWA project in cooperation with several German and European partners. The candidate will work on the synthesis of advanced alloys by electrodeposition and the investigation of their radiation hardness in the context of fusion research.

PhD student (all genders) in Materials Research

Posting ID: 25.144-1600

• Fabrication of bulk and nanostructured samples of high-entropy alloys with controlled geometry, composition, and crystallinity by electrochemical deposition
• Characterization of samples (morphology, composition, and crystallinity) using a broad range of analytical methods
• Investigation of radiation-hardness–related properties of nanostructured samples

Preparation, presentation, and publication of scientific results obtained

Your profile:

• Above-average university degree (Master or equivalent) in Physics, Materials Science, Chemistry, or related subject
• Good knowledge of electrochemical deposition and nanomaterials characterization
• Experience working in a chemistry laboratory
• Knowledge of ion beam physics is an advantage.
• Strong command of English, both spoken and written
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills in an international research environment
• Ability to work independently within a team.

Employment conditions:

The PhD position (TVöD 13, 65%) is limited to 36 months.

Salary is as specified in the collective agreement for public employees (TVöD Bund), effective at GSI.

GSI promotes the professional development of women and explicitly encourages qualified women to apply.

Applicants with disabilities will be given preferential consideration when equally qualified.

If you are interested in an exciting scientific position in an exceptional international research environment, we look forward to receiving your application.

Please submit the following documents:

• List of publications and presentations (if applicable)
• Names and contact details of at least two referees
• Your earliest possible start date.

Please submit your application by 2 January 2026, quoting reference number 25.144-1600, to:

Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute GSI Helmholtzzentrum für Schwerionenforschung GmbH Country Germany State/Province Hessen City Darmstadt Postal Code 64291 Street Planckstraße 1 Geofield