Research Associate

vor 1 Woche

Bochum, Deutschland Ruhr Universität Bochum Vollzeit

**Faculty of Mechanical Engineering**:
**Carbon Sources and Conversion Sustainable Carbon Sources**

In order to fill a **fixed-term position in part-time, full-time (39.83 hours/week) at the earliest possible date**, we are looking for 1

**Research Associate (M/F/x)**:
Carbon Sources and Conversion at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Ruhr-Universität Bochum, develops sustainable technologies for utilising carbon from renewable, industrial, and domestic sources. Our research aims to close anthropogenic carbon cycles by converting underutilised carbon streams into valuable products. We combine fundamental scientific research with process engineering to develop ecologically and economically viable solutions. Our work is interdisciplinary, integrating expertise in catalysis, biomass conversion, and CO₂ utilisation.

**Scope**:

- part-time, full-time

**Duration**:

- fixed-term, 3 years

**Start**:

- at the earliest possible date
- 2025-07-08

**Your tasks**:

- Conducting experimental work on the conversion of lignin into value-added products using high-pressure reactor systems
- Performing chemical functionalisation of lignin and optimising reaction conditions and catalyst performance
- Characterising lignin feedstocks, intermediates, products, and catalysts using advanced analytical techniques (HPLC, GC, NMR, IR, UV-Vis, titrimetry)
- Developing research plans, documenting experimental results, and determining kinetic and reaction engineering parameters
- Assembling modular laboratory setups using standard glass components for typical chemical conversions
- Supporting the conversion of a batch-operated steel high-pressure reactor to continuous operation
- Contributing to process simulations and data modelling as required

**Your profile**:

- MSc degree in environmental, chemical or process engineering, chemistry, or a related field, with a strong focus on biomass conversion and catalysis
- Proficiency in handling chemical compounds and operating high-pressure reactors, with familiarity in chromatographic and spectroscopic analytical techniques
- Solid understanding of organic compounds and catalysts, with hands-on experience in chemical characterisation
- Background in reaction engineering, preferably in the context of biomass valorisation
- Proficiency in data recording, analysis, and modelling including LabVIEW, Excel, MATLAB and (optionally) ASPEN
- Willingness to collaborate with industrial partners in a multidisciplinary environment
- Good command of English (minimum B2 level); knowledge of German is an advantage but not a requirement.

**We offer**:

- Challenging and varied tasks with a high level of independence
- Collaboration in a committed and appreciative team
- A job in the heart of the lively Ruhr metropolitan region with its diverse cultural offerings

**Further information**:
The position is salaried and based on the collective agreement of the Länder (TV-L). If the personal and collective agreement requirements are met, the employee will receive pay grade E13 TV-L.

The place of work is Ruhr University Bochum.

A willingness to develop German language skills is expected. If the position is funded by third-party funds the employee has no teaching obligation. The position is generally suitable for part-time work.

**Contact persons for further information**:
Dr.Ing. Giampiero P. Sorrentino Phone: +49 234 32 26689
Prof. Dr. Thomas E. Müller Phone: +49 234 32 26390

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