PhD position quantitative electron microscopy of fuel cell materials

European Microscopy Society

Marburg

On-site

EUR 17,000 - 22,000

Full time

42 hours ago
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Job summary

Marburg University offers a PhD position focused on quantitative electron microscopy of fuel cell materials in Marburg, Germany. The project uses state-of-the-art electron microscopy and in-situ methodologies to understand fuel cell behaviour under realistic conditions.

You will access advanced instrumentation and work within an international team of researchers, with structured training available if desired.

Qualifications

  • MSc degree or equivalent in Physics, Material Science, or a related discipline.
  • Strong foundation in solid-state physics.
  • Enthusiasm for experimental research and cutting-edge instrumentation.
  • Experience in electron microscopy.
  • Basic knowledge of ceramic materials.

Responsibilities

  • Characterize fuel cell materials using electron microscopy.
  • Apply in-situ methods under realistic conditions.
  • Collaborate in an international research team and receive structured training if desired.

Skills

MSc in Physics/Materials Science
Solid-state physics
Electron microscopy experience
Enthusiastic about experimental work

Education

MSc degree in Physics/Materials Science

Tools

Electron microscopy instrumentation
In-situ characterization tools

Job description

PhD Position

Quantitative Electron Microscopy of Fuel Cell Materials

Location

Marburg, Germany

Field

Physics

Institution

Marburg University

Research Field

Physics

Sector

Academia

Job Offer

The selected PhD candidate will focus on the advanced characterization of fuel cell materials using state of the art electron‑microscopy based techniques, including a new microscope in a specifically designed research building. In‑situ methodologies should be applied with the aim of understanding fuel cell behaviour under realistic conditions. The position offers access to advanced instrumentation and working in an international team of highly motivated researchers. If desired, structured training is available.

Candidate Profile
  • MSc-degree or equivalent in Physics, Material Science, or a similar discipline
  • A strong foundation in solid‑state physics
  • Enthusiasm for experimental research and working with cutting‑edge instrumentation
  • Experience in electron microscopy
  • Basic knowledge of ceramic materials
Contact

Kerstin Volz

kerstin.volz@physik.uni-marburg.de

European Microscopy Society (EMS)

Contact: secr@eurmicsoc.org

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