PhD Student in Chemical Engineering | Chemieingenieurwesen (m/w/d)
Max-Planck-Institut für Dynamik komplexer technischer Systeme
Job Summary
This PhD position focuses on the electrochemical reduction of oxidized nitrogen species, contributing to sustainable circular economy concepts by recycling fixed-nitrogen compounds back to ammonia using green electricity. The successful candidate will engage in a mix of experimental and theoretical work, including electrochemical and analytical methods to study reaction activity and selectivity, as well as simulations of reaction schemes and transport phenomena. A key part of the role involves detailed modeling, simulation, and optimization of electrochemical reactors using tools like Matlab or Python. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated individual with a strong background in chemical or process engineering, physics, or chemistry, to conduct cutting-edge research in a dynamic scientific environment and contribute to balancing the global nitrogen cycle.
Required Skills
Education
Master's degree in engineering or natural sciences (preferably chemical or process engineering, physics, chemistry) with above-average grades
Experience
- Strong interest in combining theoretical and experimental work for reaction engineering and chemical analysis
- Experience in chemical engineering laboratory work (advantageous)
- Experience in model-based simulations (advantageous)
Languages
Additional
- Fixed-term employment contract for three years