Postdoctoral and a PhD position

Max-Planck-Gesellschaft zur Förderung der Wissenschaften e.V.; Berlin; Vor Ort; EUR 40.000 - 55.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Fritz Haber Institute of the Max Planck Society in Berlin is seeking a Postdoctoral fellow and/or PhD student to investigate advanced materials for electrocatalysis. The successful candidate will engage in experimental work using synchrotron radiation and lab-based X-ray absorption spectroscopy, contributing to cutting-edge research that addresses significant scientific challenges.

Leistungen

Access to international research facilities

Attractive training opportunities

Friendly and diverse work environment

Subsidy for public transport job ticket

Qualifikationen

• Experience with electrocatalytic experiments is mandatory.
• Good English communication skills are needed.
• Experience with XAS or synchrotron-based techniques is beneficial.

Aufgaben

• Conduct electrochemical investigations independently.
• Apply and develop methodologies for operando synchrotron- and lab-based XAS.

Kenntnisse

Electrocatalytic experiments

Data analysis

Machine learning

Process automation

Good communication skills

Ausbildung

PhD degree in physics, chemistry, material science

Master degree in physics, chemistry, material science

Jobbeschreibung

The Fritz Haber Institute of the Max Planck Society for the Advancement of Science (www.fhi.mpg.de) is one of the most internationally renowned research institutes. More than 400 employees in 5 scientific departments conduct and facilitate top-level research on historic grounds in Berlin-Dahlem, which is unique worldwide.

Postdoctoral and a PhD position

Project: Probing the structure of advanced materials for electrocatalysis using synchrotron radiation and lab-based X-ray absorption spectroscopy

The Department of Interface Science (https://isc.fhi-berlin.mpg.de/) headed by Prof. Beatriz Roldan Cuenya at the Fritz-Haber-Institute carries out cutting-edge research on advanced functional materials with applications in heterogeneous catalysis, energy conversion and electrochemistry. By combining unique synthesis methods, state-of-the art tools for experimental characterization and advanced approaches to data analysis, atomistic details of thermal catalysis and electrochemical reactions at gas/solid and liquid/solid interfaces are revealed. In particular, structure-reactivity correlations on nanostructured materials can be established, paving the way for the rational design of novel catalytic materials.

Project

Probing the structure of advanced materials for electrocatalysis using synchrotron radiation and lab-based X-ray absorption spectroscopy

We have an immediate opening for a postdoctoral fellow and/or PhD student in “Operando hard X-ray spectroscopy group” (https://www.fhi.mpg.de/isc-dept/research-groups/operando-hard-xray-spectroscopy), led by Dr. Janis Timoshenko. X-ray absorption spectroscopy (XAS) is a powerful method for understanding the structure of working functional materials and catalysts, and tracking their structural and chemical changes. XAS experiments are typically carried out at international synchrotron radiation facilities - powerful X-ray sources that can host numerous experimental techniques. Unique features of synchrotron radiation, including high intensity and broad energy spectrum, make these sources ideally suited for in situ and operando investigations of advanced materials. At the same time, recent developments in lab-based XAS spectrometers enable such experiments also in a more accessible lab-based setting, providing exciting possibilities for new experiment designs. A central aspect of this project is the application and development of methodologies for operando synchrotron- and lab-based XAS and complementary techniques that provide information about the transformations of the electrocatalyst structure and composition on different time scales under catalytically relevant conditions.

The PostDoc position is initially limited to two years with the option for an extension. The PhD position is typically for three years.

Requirements

• Experience with electrocatalytic experiments and ability to independently carry out electrochemical investigations is mandatory.
• Good language and communication skills in English are needed.
• Basic programming skills and experience and interest in data analysis, data science, machine learning and process automation would be an advantage.
• Previous experience with XAS or other synchrotron-based techniques would be beneficial but is not mandatory.
• For PosDoc applicant, PhD degree in physics, chemistry, material science or related field is necessary. For PhD applicant, Master degree in physics, chemistry, material science or related field is necessary

We offer

• Possibility to make an important contribution to international research, and work both on our fundamental understanding of catalysis mechanisms, as well as on practically and industrially relevant research problems
• Extensive training and possibility to learn the cutting-edge experimental and data analysis methods.
• Access to world-class international large scale facilities in Germany and Europe, and unique laboratory-based infrastructure.
• An attractive, friendly, diverse and respectful work environment
• Attractive and individualized training opportunities, e.g., through the Planck Academy.
• Subsidy for the job ticket, very good connections to public transport, bicycle parking, charging stations for e-cars, good parking facilities.
• A friendly and respectful international working environment.

Your application

Please Submit your application via our online application portal as soon as possible including the following documents:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• List of publications
• Names and email addresses of three references.

Applications will be accepted from immediately until the position is filled. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

We handle applications electronically, observing the German data privacy laws. By sending the application, the applicant declares his or her consent.

For more information, please contact:

Dr. Janis Timoshenko ([e-mail])

Fritz-Haber-Institut der Max-Planck-Gesellschaft, Faradayweg 4-6, 14195 Berlin

Max Planck Society

The Max Planck Society endeavors to achieve gender equality and diversity. Furthermore, the Max Planck Society aims to increase the participation of women in research. Therefore, applications by women are particularly welcome. The Max Planck Society is also committed to increasing the number of individuals with disabilities in its workforce and therefore encourages applications from such qualified individuals.

Berlin

The Fritz Haber Institute (FHI) is located in the quiet south-west of Germany’s capital Berlin, which is a large, tolerant, and cosmopolitan city. Berlin offers a wide variety of culture, art, music, and outdoor opportunities.