Research Assistant

**Location**:
Campus Duisburg

**Application area**:
Faculty of Chemistry

Research assistant (f/m/d No. 252e-24)
**EG 13 TV-L**

**Start of employment**:
as soon as possible

**Duration of employment**:
two years

**Working time**:
39 Std. 55 Min. (100%)

**Your main tasks**:
Plan and carry out AEM electrolysis experiments on a laboratory scale using model electrodes and model membranes. Examine the stability of AEM electrolysis on a laboratory scale as a function of the water components. Analyze the electrochemical activity of electrodes after prolonged electrolysis using different water compositions. Analyze the electrocatalytic activity of catalyst materials exposed to harsh conditions (simulation of conditions in an AEM electrolyzer during shutdown time). Planning and execution of operando ATR-FTIR experiments with selected catalysts/electrodes. Preparation of the measurement protocol for operando ATR-FTIR studies to extract the vibrational response of near-surface electrolytes, reactants and products under steady-state operando conditions. Research and development of innovative water treatment processes that can work in the temperature range of electrolysis and in dynamic operation with rest phases without releasing pollutants. Cooperation with the other members of the "Natural Water to Hydrogen" project and with the cooperation partners from research and industry

Analysis and interpretation of results and communication with the "Natural Water to Hydrogen" team

Publication of high-quality papers in peer-reviewed journals and presentation of results at scientific conferences

Active participation in the acquisition of third-party funding

Active participation, also in the preparation, in teaching events (seminars and summer schools), scientific workshops and conferences as well as in the public relations work of "Natural Water to Hydrogen"

**We offer you**:

- We are looking for a highly motivated, dedicated employee with an excellent academic record. We expect him/her to have an interest in interdisciplinary projects._
- Above-average university degree in Chemistry, chemical engineering or physics (diploma or master's degree) with at least 8 semesters of regular study time
- PhD in chemistry or chemical engineering with specialization in electrocatalysis, electrochemistry, technical chemistry
- In addition, you will be involved in the implementation and execution of courses, and/or the supervision of students
- Previous experience in electrocatalysis, in particular in the field of testing of gas diffusion electrodes, N2 activation is an advantage.
- Proficiency in written and spoken English is required.
- Knowledge of the German language is preferred but not mandatory_._

Within the framework of the activity, opportunities for further scientific qualification are offered.

**Application deadline**:
2024-05-23

**Code number**:
252e-24

**Application**:
Corina Andronescu, University of Duisburg

**Information about the job**:
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