PhD Candidate - Project SynDiPET | Doktorand:in - Projekt SynDiPET (w/m/d)

Job Summary

As a PhD Candidate for the SynDiPET project at Forschungszentrum Jülich, you will conduct cutting-edge research on proton-conducting ceramics for energy technology. Your daily responsibilities involve the synthesis and doping of BZY and BZCY powders, utilizing advanced sintering methods like ultra-fast high-temperature sintering (UHS) and field-assisted sintering (FAST/SPS). You will characterize material microstructures and electrochemical properties, while managing data collection for a collaborative database. This role is part of a prestigious DFG-funded research group, offering the opportunity to work with leading universities and research institutes across Germany. You will benefit from a structured doctoral program, excellent technical infrastructure, and a collaborative, international environment focused on sustainable energy solutions. The position requires a strong background in materials science or a related engineering field, experimental expertise, and a commitment to advancing hydrogen technology.