Research Scientist - Selective Rare-Earth Element Recovery | Scientist (f/m/d) - Development of an innovative approach for the selective recovery of rare-earth e

Job Summary

This role involves leading the development of innovative separation strategies for recovering lanthanides and actinides from nuclear and industrial waste as part of the EU-funded MaLaR project. Based at the Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf (HZDR), the successful candidate will design and synthesize novel 2D and 3D carbon-based materials, such as graphene and porous carbons, to improve recovery efficiency. Day-to-day responsibilities include performing complex sorption experiments, utilizing synchrotron-based characterization methods at the Rossendorf Beamline (ROBL), and leveraging 3D printing technologies to build in situ experimental setups. This position is ideal for an experienced researcher who thrives in a multidisciplinary, international environment and is comfortable working with radionuclides. The role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to high-impact environmental research while benefiting from the scientific excellence of a major German research center and the structured benefits of the TVöD-Bund public sector agreement.