PhD Researcher: Thin‑Film Electrocatalysis & ALD Specialist

Aalto University Executive Education Oy

Finland

Remote

EUR 32,000 - 38,000

Full time

35 hours ago

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Job summary

Aalto University invites applications for a Doctoral researcher (PhD student) in thin films for electrocatalysis in Espoo, Finland. The position focuses on developing earth-abundant thin film electrocatalysts for hydrogen and oxygen evolution, leveraging ALD to connect fundamental insights with real-world electrolyzers.

The successful candidate will work in a multi-disciplinary CMAT group, with opportunities for international conferences and collaboration, while starting a fixed-term contract of

Qualifications

Master’s degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, Physics or related field
Experience in experimental laboratory research
Ability to work independently and in international teams

Responsibilities

Deposit thin film catalysts using ALD and established chemistries
Characterize deposited films (composition, crystallinity, morphology)
Conduct electrochemical testing under HER/OER and develop test protocols
Disseminate findings via publications and conferences
Opportunity to explore operando studies or electrolyzer testing as interests permit

Skills

English proficiency

Independent work

Collaborative work

Lab work experience

Education

Master’s degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, or related field

Tools

Atomic layer deposition (ALD)

Thin film deposition

Electrochemistry

Film characterization techniques

Job description

The successful candidate will work in a multi-disciplinary CMAT group, with opportunities for international conferences and collaboration, while starting a fixed-term contract of

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