PhD Researcher in Materials Science | PhD Position in the SynDiPET Project

Job Summary

This PhD position within the SynDiPET project at Forschungszentrum Jülich offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of high-efficiency energy conversion technologies. The successful candidate will focus on the synthesis and processing of yttrium-doped barium zirconates (BZY) and barium cerium zirconates (BZCY) for use in proton-conducting ceramic electrolysis and fuel cells. Daily responsibilities include powder synthesis, specimen sintering using advanced field-assisted methods (FAST/SPS), microstructural characterization, and data management using specialized research software. You will work in a highly collaborative, international environment, coordinating with project partners and presenting findings from your research. This role is ideal for a motivated researcher with a background in materials science, physics, or engineering who is eager to shape the future of hydrogen energy through experimental innovation in a world-class research facility.