Talents Community - Postdoc, PhD Student (f/m/d) for Polymers in Energy Applications at HIPOLE Jena

Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin für Materialien und Energie; Deutschland; Vor Ort; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading research center in Germany is seeking candidates for Postdoctoral and PhD positions focusing on polymers in energy applications. Candidates should possess a master's degree or PhD in relevant fields and demonstrate expertise in organic and polymer chemistry. Key responsibilities include synthesizing new materials and publishing research findings. This role offers an interdisciplinary work environment in a prestigious research institution.

Qualifikationen

• Successful master's degree in chemistry or comparable field for PhD Student Position.
• PhD in polymer chemistry or related field for Postdoc Position.
• Proven experience in organic and polymer chemistry.

Aufgaben

• Synthesize and characterize novel molecules and polymers.
• Assemble and characterize polymer redox flow batteries and solar cells.
• Summarize and publish research results in English.

Kenntnisse

Organic chemistry

Polymer chemistry

Analytical methods

Electrochemistry

English communication

Ausbildung

Master's degree in chemistry or equivalent

PhD in polymer chemistry or related field

Tools

Windows

Microsoft Office

Jobbeschreibung

Organisation/Company Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin für Materialien und Energie Research Field Physics Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Established Researcher (R3) Country Germany Application Deadline 30 Jun 2026 - 21:00 (UTC) Type of Contract To be defined Job Status Other Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

HIPOLE: Helmholtz-Institute for Polymers in Energy Applications Jena (HI-POLE)

Area of research:

Scientific / postdoctoral posts

Reference No. HI 2025/10

The Helmholtz Institute HIPOLE: Helmholtz-Institute for Polymers in Energy Applications Jena (HI-POLE) is looking for

Talents Community - Postdoc, PhD Student (f/m/d) for Polymers in Energy Applications at HIPOLE Jena

Your Tasks

• Synthesis and characterization of novel molecules and polymers for use in energy storage and conversion devices (depending on the selected topic area)
• Assembly and electrochemical characterization of polymer redox flow batteries, polymer-based thin-film batteries, and encapsulated solar cells
• Summary, presentation and publication of the results (in English language)

Your Profile

• Successful master's degree in chemistry or a comparable field of study - for PhD Student Position
• PhD in polymer chemistry, electrochemistry, or a related field relevant to the chosen topic - for Postdoc Position
• Extensive and proven experience in organic chemistry and/or polymer chemistry
• Experience with analytical methods for polymer characterization
• General computer skills, including Windows and Office
• Very good knowledge of electrochemistry
• Very good written and spoken English skills

You demonstrate a high level of motivation, initiative, problem-solving skills, and a willingness to familiarize yourself with a wide range of tasks. You are characterized by your teamwork skills, reliability, independence, and communication abilities.

You enjoy working in an interdisciplinary, international team within a diverse and dynamic work environment.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.