Research Associate (m/f/d) - Wissenschaftliche*r Mitarbeiter*in at the Institute of Materials a[...]

Technische Universität Hamburg; Hamburg; Vor Ort; EUR 48.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A prestigious university in Germany is seeking a Research Associate to work within the Hydrovoltaics project. You will synthesize and characterize electrode materials, collaborate with a dynamic team, and engage with the research community. Ideal candidates will have a master's degree in a relevant field and strong English skills. This role offers the chance to pursue a PhD and flexible working conditions.

Leistungen

30 vacation days

Access to fitness facilities

Mentoring and career development

Qualifikationen

• Completed university studies in relevant fields.
• Very good English skills required.

Aufgaben

• Synthesize multiscale porous electrode materials by electrochemical etching.
• Characterize electrode materials using advanced microscopy.
• Collaborate with partners to integrate findings into the cluster program.
• Share findings through publications.

Kenntnisse

English proficiency (B2/C1)

Teamwork skills

Curiosity

Ausbildung

Master's degree in Physics, Physical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Materials Science

Jobbeschreibung

Join the Cluster of Excellence “BlueMat: Water-Driven Materials”, a European research initiative focused on creating sustainable materials inspired by water. Collaborate with a dynamic interdisciplinary team at the Institute of Materials and X‑Ray Physics, Hamburg University of Technology, to conduct research within the Hydrovoltaics (D3) project.

Position: Research Associate (m/f/d) – Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter/in. Full‑time, fixed‑term contract until 31 January 2029. Remuneration according to TV‑L salary group 13.

Responsibilities

• Synthesize multiscale porous electrode materials by electrochemical etching.
• Characterize electrode materials in terms of electrical energy harvesting upon imbibition/wetting and drying processes (e.g. by SEM, TEM, SAXS/USAXS) and perform various in‑situ electrochemical and fluid‑dynamical experiments, also at high‑brilliant X‑ray sources (synchrotrons and X‑ray free electron lasers).
• Collaborate closely with BlueMat partners in energy storage, modeling, and fluid transport to integrate findings into the broader cluster program.
• Share findings through publications and engage with the research community and public.

Essential Qualifications

• Completed university studies (master's degree or equivalent), in particular in Physics, Physical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Materials Science.

Required Knowledge and Personal Skills

• Very good English (at least B2/C1 level according to CEFR); German is not mandatory.
• Curiosity and teamwork skills for working in interdisciplinary teams.

Desired Knowledge and Personal Skills

• Experience with porous materials and familiarity with sorption/desorption of water constituents, electrochemistry.
• Expertise in the field of environmental technology.

Offer

• Scientific qualification with the opportunity to pursue a PhD in a leading research cluster.
• Access to BlueMat Academy: training workshops, German language support, mentoring, and career development.
• Participation in international conferences, research stays, and collaborative networks.
• Flexible working conditions, 30 vacation days, family‑friendly policies.
• Access to on‑campus fitness facilities and health promotion programs.

For further information please contact Prof. Dr. Patrick Huber <[e-mail]> or Dr. Vasily Artemov <[e-mail]>.

Inclusive excellence drives better science. We actively seek female & international researchers from all walks of life, valuing non‑linear careers and diverse perspectives across cultures, disciplines, and identities. We explicitly welcome applications from persons with severe disabilities and those with equivalent status as defined in Section 2 of the German Social Code, Book IX (SGB IX). Hamburg University of Technology stands for equal opportunities and appreciative and respectful cooperation.

Please submit your complete application documents (cover letter, CV, degree certificates) via the online application system, quoting vacancy ID 30525WBMM2, by 12 November 2025.