A researcher (PhD) position in Institute for Materials Science, University Duisburg-Essen

University of Duisburg-Essen; Deutschland; Vor Ort; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A German university is seeking a researcher for a Ph.D. position focused on high-entropy relaxor oxide ceramics for energy storage. Candidates should have a Master's degree in Physics or Chemistry and experience in ceramic materials synthesis. Proficiency in English is required. This position offers a dynamic working environment with opportunities for training and family-friendly policies.

Leistungen

Pleasant working atmosphere

Support for doctoral studies

Flexible childcare options

Training and education opportunities

University sports and health offers

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree or equivalent in a relevant field.
• Desirable experience in ceramic materials and dielectric characterization.
• Excellent command of English, both oral and written.

Aufgaben

• Synthesize and study the structure and properties of high-entropy relaxors.
• Investigate dielectric and ferroelectric properties.
• Work towards obtaining a Ph.D. degree.

Kenntnisse

Experience in synthesis of ceramic materials

Characterization of dielectric materials

Proficient in English

Ausbildung

Master Degree in Physics or Chemistry

Jobbeschreibung

Organisation/Company University of Duisburg-Essen Department Faculty of Engineering Research Field Physics » Condensed matter properties Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions PhD Positions Country Germany Application Deadline 15 Dec 2025 - 23:59 (Europe/Berlin) Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Offer Starting Date 1 Mar 2026 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Reference Number 611-25 Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

A researcher position is open in the research project "High-entropy relaxor oxide ceramics for electrical energy storage".

High entropy oxides have attracted significant attention due to their low thermal expansion, enhanced thermal stability, and unique mechanical properties. Also the functional properties change significantly for large atomic disorder within the crystalline structure. The concept of entropy driven improvement of functional properties can also be applied to relaxor ferroelectrics. In relaxors the chemical disorder (high-entropy) yields excellent dielectric and electromechanical properties. One of their promising applications are dielectric capacitors for high energy high power density storage.

Your task will be to synthesize and study structure, dielectric, and ferroelectric properties of series of high-entropy relaxors based on the niobate family of (anti-)ferroelectrics and to obtain ceramics with enhanced energy storage densities and efficiencies.

As part of the activity, we offer a possibility of obtaining a Ph.D. degree.

Where to apply

E-mail [e-mail]

Requirements

• Research Field Physics » Solid state physics Education Level Master Degree or equivalent
• Research Field Chemistry » Inorganic chemistry Education Level Master Degree or equivalent
• Experience in synthesis of ceramic materials and characterization of dielectric materials is desirable.
• Profound knowledge of English (both written and spoken) is a necessary requirement for the implementation of the project.

Languages ENGLISH Level Excellent

Additional Information

• Pleasant working atmosphere in a dynamic team
• The opportunity to do a doctorate with numerous support offers
• Family friendliness through flexible and individual care for your children
• Training and further education offers
• Sports and health offers (university sports)