PhD Student for mechanistic investigation of catalysts for urea electrosynthesis
The Paul Scherrer Institute PSI is the largest research institute for natural and engineering sciences within Switzerland. We perform cutting-edge research in the fields of future technologies, energy and climate, health innovation and fundamentals of nature. By performing fundamental and applied research, we work on sustainable solutions for major challenges facing society, science and economy. PSI is committed to the training of future generations. Therefore, about one quarter of our staff are post-docs, post-graduates or apprentices. Altogether, PSI employs 2200 people.
For the Electrocatalysis and Interface Group in the Electrochemistry Laboratory we are looking for a
Your tasks
- Your work will focus on investigating activity and mechanistic insights of electrocatalyst for urea synthesis (CO2 and NOx co-reduction)
- Various M/N/C (M=metal) materials as well as molecular catalysts will be synthesized and characterized using spectroscopic techniques; the activity will be tested electrochemically, and mechanistic insights gained in situ with laband synchrotron-based techniques
- During your PhD you will interact with your colleagues within the electrochemistry laboratory, beamline scientist as well as international collaborators
Your profile
- Completed study in physical chemistry, chemical physics, chemistry, materials science or a closely related discipline, preferably with experience in electrochemistry and spectroscopy techniques
- You have an active interest in experimental work and take the initiative for new solutions; being able to work independently in a collaborative and interdisciplinary research team
- Good communication and writing skills in English are required, you will be registered as a PhD Student at ETH (www.ethz.ch) under the supervision of Prof. Dr Thomas Justus Schmidt
We offer
Our institution is based on an interdisciplinary, innovative and dynamic collaboration. You will profit from a systematic training on the job, in addition to personal development possibilities and our pronounced vocational training culture. If you wish to optimally combine work and family life or other personal interests, we are able to support you with our modern employment conditions and the on-site infrastructure.
For further information, please contact Dr Marija Zoric, phone +41 56 310 38 08 or email Write an email or Prof. Dr Thomas Justus Schmidt, phone +41 56 310 57 65 or email Write an email.
Please submit your application online by 12 July 2024 (including addresses of referees) for the position as a PhD Student (index no. 5423-00).
Paul Scherrer Institut, Human Resources Management, Mariusz Prus, 5232 Villigen PSI, Switzerland
www.psi.ch
About the company
Villigen / Argovie / Aargau / CH-5234 Villigen / Würenlingen
