PhD Student in Development of Materials for Carbon Capture (in the field of sustainable processes)

PhD Student in Development of Materials for Carbon Capture (in the field of sustainable processes)

Application deadline

Job start date

Working time

part time

Weekly working hours

30

Temporary Contract

yes

Work location

Egerlandstr. 1
91058 Erlangen

Workplace

Erlangen Center for Interface Research and Catalysis (ECRC), Friedrich‑Alexander‑Universität Erlangen‑Nürnberg

Benefits

• Regular promotion to the next level and increase in salary pursuant to the collective bargaining agreement for the public service of the German Länder (TV‑L) or remuneration pursuant to the Bavarian Public Servants Remuneration Act (BayBesG) plus an additional annual bonus
• 30 days annual leave at five working days per week with additional free days on December 24 and 31
• Occupational pension scheme and asset accumulation savings scheme
• Excellent support during the academic qualification phase
• Structured doctoral degree programs
• Systematic career development in collaboration with the Graduate Center
• Thorough onboarding process with a dedicated team
• Joint team activities
• Subsidised food and drinks in our student restaurants
• Place of work within comfortable walking distance of public transport
• Family‑friendly environment with childcare options, also during school holidays
• Flexible working hours
• A wide range of training courses and opportunities for professional development
• Active health management

Your Tasks

About the Position

The research project for this PhD thesis focuses on the investigation and development of advanced materials for CO2 capture processes. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing experimental measurements, conducting detailed data analysis, and characterisation of materials by physico‑chemical techniques, including X‑ray analysis, vibrational spectroscopy, and physisorption methods. The candidate will collaborate with international project partners and contribute to the preparation of scientific manuscripts. The current project is a part of the WEAVE cross‑European initiative, funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG).

Your Profile

• A university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a closely related field.
• Practical experience with material characterisation techniques.
• Ability to work independently as well as a part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English is required; knowledge of German is beneficial but not essential.

Equal Opportunities Statement

Friedrich‑Alexander‑Universität Erlangen‑Nürnberg (FAU) is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, cultural or social background, religion, ideology, disability, or sexual identity. We strive for gender equality and expressly encourage women to apply. Candidates with severe disabilities will be given preferential consideration if their suitability and qualifications are equivalent to other applicants.