Max Planck Institute is accepting applications for an Open PhD Position in Physics and Material Science. Apply as soon as you can for quicker response.
1. PhD Position | Materials Science
Job Code: 28/2022
Job Offer from September 01, 2022
The Department of Colloidal
Chemistry (Director Prof. Dr. Markus Antonietti) at the Max Planck Institute of
Colloids and Interfaces in Potsdam, Germany invites applications from
outstanding young scientists for a PhD
Position (m/f/d) in Materials Science.
We are looking for a highly
motivated PhD student in the field of materials science with a major interest
in materials synthesis and electrocatalysis. The project is on developing new
carbon-based electrocatalysts, particularly for organic electrosynthesis.
The candidate should have a
degree in Chemistry-Materials Science or closely related fields, with an
outstanding profile, a strong background and interests in
- Carbon materials
- Electrocatalysis
- Organic electrosynthesis
The position
is available starting from 1st November 2022.
To submit your candidature,
please send an email to: mateusz.odziomek@mpikg.mpg.de, with the
subject: Cand-PhD – [Name, Surname], with attached PDF version of your CV and a
short cover letter.
Please send us your
application in English by 30.09.2022.
The candidate’s CV will be
evaluated internally according to the project and the best candidates will be
invited for an online interview. After the online interview the candidates will
receive an email with the final decision.
The accepted candidate will
join the Max Planck Institute of Colloids and Interfaces, Colloidal Chemistry
Department.
2. PhD or postdoctoral position | Thin film oxide electrocatalysis
Job Offer from September 01, 2022
The Department of Interface Science headed by
Prof. Beatriz Roldán 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.
We are
currently looking for a PhD or postdoctoral researcher (m/f/d) for the Thin Films group at
the Department of Interface Science.
Project: Thin film oxide electrocatalysis
One scenario
for the future ‘Green Economy’ involves the large-scale use of molecular
hydrogen. H2 can balance fluctuations in the production of renewable energy,
but green H2 can also be an energy carrier for various industrial applications.
The efficiency of the electrocatalytic production of H2 by water splitting is
hampered by the concomitant oxygen evolution reaction (OER). Therefore, there
is a pressing need to find a highly active, cost-efficient and durable catalyst
to minimize the energy overhead. Mixed oxide catalysts containing Ni, Co, Fe,
Mn, La, and V have shown a promising performance in alkaline media, with a
complex and not well understood dependence on the catalyst’s composition and
the preparation procedure. Improving the fundamental understanding to enable a
rational catalyst design is the purpose of the planned project. To this end,
the mixed oxide pre-catalysts will be prepared as crystalline epitaxial films,
which avoids hidden surfaces and strongly reduces the structural and compositional
complexity, thus enabling a better understanding of the electrocatalytic
process. In situ studies combining electrochemistry with X-ray photoelectron
spectroscopy, low energy electron diffraction and scanning probe microscopy
will be a central part this project. Further relevant tools will be operando
Raman and operando X-ray scattering/absorption involving synchrotron radiation.
These methods can directly observe the working thin film catalyst, thus
revealing the catalyst surface structure and composition and reaction
intermediates under reaction conditions.
The PhD
position is funded for three years.
The Post-Doc
position is initially for one year but can be extended up to three years.
Requirements
We expect a PhD candidate to have:
- a master degree (or
equivalent) in Chemistry, Physics, Physical Chemistry or Chemical
Engineering,
- first publications in
renowned peer-reviewed journals,
- knowledge about
electrochemistry, ultra-high-vacuum technology, XPS, thin film
preparation, or scanning probe microscopy would be profitable,
- strongly motivated to
solve scientific and practical/instrumental challenges independently,
- collaborative spirit
and excellent English skills.
We expect a postdoctoral candidate to have:
- a PhD degree in
Chemistry, Physics, Physical Chemistry or Chemical Engineering,
- strong
publication record in peer-reviewed journals,
- experience with
ultra-high vacuum technology, XPS, scanning probe microscopy methods, and
thin film preparation,
- knowledge about
electrochemistry would be profitable,
- strongly motivated to
solve scientific and practical/instrumental challenges independently,
- collaborative spirit
and excellent English skills.
Please submit
your application via our online application portal as soon as possible but
latest by November 30, 2022 including the following documents:
- Curriculum vitae,
- list of publications,
- names and email
addresses of at least three references.
3. Fully funded PhD Positions (Doctoral Researcher m/f/d) | Condensed Matter Science
Job Offer from August 18, 2022
Are you
interested in becoming a doctoral researcher in the field of condensed matter science? The International Max Planck Research School for
Condensed Matter Science (IMPRS-CMS) in Stuttgart, Germany, currently has an
open call for multiple
fully funded doctoral researcher positions.
Deadline for
submission of your application is 30th September,
2022.
The IMPRS-CMS,
established at the Max Planck Institute for Solid State Research in
corporation with the University of Stuttgart,
offers you a unique opportunity to join one of our internationally
renowned Research Groups for a doctoral study. We
combine an exceptionally broad and
interdisciplinary spectrum of expertise in fundamental research on condensed
matter, ranging from
topics such as
Quantum
Materials / Electronic Structure & Quantum Many-Body Theory / Nanoscience /
Solid State Spectroscopy / Solid State Ionics & Batteries /
Bioinspired Materials / Quantum Electronics / Organic Electronics / Ultra-Cold
Atomic Gases /…
We offer
- Cutting-edge research
projects in a vibrant, interdisciplinary, and multicultural work
environment with access to excellent research institutions around the
world.
- A modern, structured
doctoral program in English with a tailored curriculum.
- Fully funded positions
plus additional funding for scientific meetings and trainings (no tuition
fees).
- Individual
supervision, co-supervision, and mentoring by research scientists who are
leaders in their respective fields.
- An excellent working
environment with various on-campus support (technical facilities/
workshops, PhD representatives, residence permit / visa support,
children’s day care, etc.).
Join our Research School
Our excellent,
structured PhD program will enable you to continue your professional carrier in
the field of condensed matter science at a world-leading level. We combine an
extraordinarily broad and interdisciplinary spectrum of expertise in
fundamental research on condensed matter, an area of particularly great
technological importance.
Your application
Applicants
should hold an MSc (or equivalent degree) with a strong background in physics, chemistry, mathematics, and material
or computer science. The deadline
of the current call is September 30,
2022.
Other important
prerequisites for working in our international and multidisciplinary institute
are a high level of commitment, basic knowledge of solid-state science and a
good knowledge of English.
Candidates with
an outstanding BSc degree are eligible to apply for a fast track PhD.
Details on the program, eligibility and application can be found here. For further information, please contact the coordination office: contact@imprs-cms.mpg.de. Please note, that only applications submitted through our online application portal can be considered.
4. PhD student (m/f/d) | Materials Science or Biophysics
Job Code: 35/2022
Job Offer
from September 29, 2022
The Department of
Biomaterials (Director Prof. Dr. Fratzl) at the Max
Planck Institute of Colloids and Interfaces in Potsdam, Germany
invites applications from outstanding young scientists for the position
of PhD student (m/f/d) in Materials Science or
Biophysics.
We are looking for a highly
motivated PhD student in the field of Biofilm
Mechanobiology. The candidate should have a MSc degree in
materials science, biophysics or biotechnology or closely related fields, with
an outstanding profile, a strong background and interests in
- Mechanics of soft materials or biological
systems
- Engineering and instrumentation
- Computational work (data analysis)
- Interdisciplinary interactions
- Experience with bacteria or cell culture and
microscopy will be an advantage but not a necessary requirement.
More information about the project.
The position is available starting from January 2023. Payment follows TVöD (Salary Class 65% E13, 3 years).
To submit your candidature
please send an email in English until
31.10.2022 to cecile.bidan@mpikg.mpg.de,
with subject Cand-PhD – [Name, Surname] and attach a PDF version of your
CV, a short cover letter (why do you apply for this position? what are your
research interests? how do you fit? 1 page max.), your university grades transcripts
(BSc, MSc) and mention the names and email addresses of 2 reference persons
ready to give feedback.
The candidate CV will be
evaluated internally according to the project and the best candidates will be
invited for an online interview. After the online interview the interviewed
candidates will receive an email with the final decision.
The accepted candidate will join the Max Planck Institute of Colloids and Interfaces, Biomaterials Department, in the group Biofilm-Based Materials led by Dr. Bidan.
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