PhD position in local pH effects in electrochemical and thermochemical catalysis

Technische Universität München (Technical University of Munich); München; Presencial; EUR 31.000 - 38.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Ph.D. position on local pH effects in electro and thermocatalysis is open at the Technical University of Munich. The Hülsey lab invites applicants for a 3-year PhD contract under TV-L E13 at 67%.

Early 2027 start is preferred. The role involves electrode development and direct surface pH measurements during catalytic reactions. Applicants should hold a Master’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering or related fields and demonstrate strong English communication skills.

Formación

• An excellent academic track record
• Curiosity and enthusiasm for chemistry and chemical engineering
• Good communication skills (written and oral) in English (German skills are optional)
• A wide range of backgrounds, students with a broad range of backgrounds in the chemical sciences are encouraged to apply

Responsabilidades

• Carry out PhD research on local pH effects in electro and thermocatalysis
• Develop electrodes and electrochemical methods to measure catalyst surface pH
• Publish findings and present at conferences

Educación

Master’s degree in chemistry or chemical engineering

Descripción del empleo

Academic staff

This is a DFG-funded project where we will study the impact of local pH values on both electrochemical and thermochemical reactions. Proton-coupled electron transfer (PCET) reactions underpin many catalytic reactions and are explicitly pH-dependent. We will develop electrodes and electrochemical methods that provide a direct measurement of the pH value at the catalyst surface.

Ph.D. position on local pH effects in electro and thermocatalysis

The Hülsey lab is recruiting a Ph.D. student at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) at the earliest starting date, ideally early 2027.

Duration & salary: 3 years; 67% TV-L E13

We Are Seeking Candidates With

• An excellent academic track record
• A master’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering or adjacent areas
• Curiosity and enthusiasm for chemistry and chemical engineering
• Good communication skills (written and oral) in English (German skills are optional)
• A wide range of backgrounds, students with a broad range of backgrounds in the chemical sciences are encouraged to apply

What We Offer

• Excellent training and mentorship in different areas of catalysis
• Access to state-of-the-art research facilities and infrastructure
• Networking opportunities (both in Europe and internationally)
• Life in one of the most livable cities in Europe
• A collaborative, supportive group where you work closely with me and your colleagues

What You Will Learn

• Catalyst synthesis
• Spectroscopic characterization
• Reaction product quantification
• Electrochemical mass spectrometry
• (Electrochemical) reactor design and optimization
• Surface kinetic measurements

TUM strives to raise the proportion of women in its workforce and explicitly encourages applications from qualified women. Applications from disabled persons with essentially the same qualifications will be given preference.

The position is suitable for disabled persons. Disabled applicants will be given preference in case of generally equivalent suitability, aptitude and professional performance.

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