Ph.D. Student (F/M/D) to study weak covalent bonds in MXene nanoconfinement for battery applications

INM; Saarbrücken; Vor Ort; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading research institute in Saarbrücken is seeking a Ph.D. student to study MXene nanoconfinement for battery applications. You will synthesize materials, conduct electrochemical characterizations, and collaborate with industrial partners. A Master's degree and experience with 2D materials are required. This role offers flexible working conditions and a comprehensive benefits package.

Leistungen

Flexible working hours

Company pension scheme

Mobile working

Qualifikationen

• Master’s degree in chemistry, materials science, energy materials, or a related field.
• Experience with 2D materials and material characterization.
• Ability to work as a member of an international team.

Aufgaben

• Synthesize MXene and 2D nanomaterials for electrochemical applications.
• Conduct electrochemical characterization and material characterization.
• Analyze data and present findings at international conferences.

Kenntnisse

Experience with 2D materials

Electrochemical methods

Material synthesis

Excellent communication

Thorough command of English

Ausbildung

Master’s degree in chemistry or related field

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

The INM Research Department Energy Materials is part of the Research Training Group 3082 “Engineering Covalent Bonds in Molecules and Materials” (Ec=m2), funded by the DFG (German Research Foundation) at Saarland University. For this project, we seek Ph.D. STUDENT (F/M/D) to study weak covalent bonds in MXene nanoconfinement for battery applications.

Desired starting date: as soon as possible, salary level E13 TV-L 60%, contract limited to three years (with possible extension).

Responsibilities

• Synthesis of MXene and other 2D nanomaterials for (electro)chemical applications.
• Synthesis and functionalization of the intralayer space to study (and capitalize off) confinement effects.
• Strong interaction within the GRK network at Saarland University.
• Conduct electrochemical characterization, including cyclic voltammetry, galvanostatic charge/discharge, and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy.
• Perform material characterization (X-ray diffraction, Raman spectroscopy, Scanning electron microscopy) ex situ and in situ.
• Analyze data, contribute to scientific publications, and present research findings at international conferences.
• Collaborate closely with our industrial partner and support the overall scientific goals of the project.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in chemistry, materials science, energy materials, or a related field.
• Experience with 2D materials, MXene, and material characterization.
• Experience with electrochemical methods and material synthesis.
• Ability to work as a member of an international, multi-disciplinary team.
• Excellent communication and writing skills, thorough command of the English language. German language knowledge is very beneficial.

Benefits

• An exciting position in a dynamic research team that interacts with leading international researchers and industrial partners.
• A unique opportunity to research next-generation batteries.
• Strong support to perform high-quality research and to present and publish your research results (journals, conferences).
• An interdisciplinary and international workplace with excellent infrastructure.
• A comprehensive benefits package (flexible working hours, mobile working, company pension scheme).

We are looking forward to receiving your application (CV, a complete list of publications, one-page motivation letter, at least two letters of reference) by October 31st, 2025. Conveniently use our online application system.

The INM practices an open and appreciative corporate culture in which the existing diversity is promoted and lived. The institute is an equal-opportunity employer with a certified family-friendly policy, and it provides offers for a better work life balance, flextime and mobile working. We promote the professional opportunities of women and strongly encourage them to apply. Severely disabled applicants with equal qualifications and aptitude will be given preferential consideration.