PH.D. STUDENT for electrochemical lithium-ion extraction

Vor 7 Tagen

Saarbrücken, Saarland, Deutschland INM - Leibniz-Institut für Neue Materialien gGmbH Vollzeit

Ph.D. STUDENT for electrochemical lithium-ion extraction (F/M/D)

Desired starting date: April 1st, 2026 (or sooner), salary level E13 TV-L 60% (with potential increase during the project), contract limited to three years (with possible extension). As a Ph.D. student, you would graduate from Saarland University.

Your tasks

  • Synthesis and characterization of electrochemically ion-selective electrode materials (such as lithium-iron phosphate and lithium superionic conductors).
  • Operation and continued design optimization of electrochemical desalination cells and processes.
  • Electrochemical characterization and performance benchmarking.
  • Leading efforts related to experimental work, data analysis, and publications.
  • Support of the overall scientific work of synergetic nanomaterial research.
  • Communication and collaboration with academic and industry partners.

Your profile

  • M.Sc. in chemistry, materials science, energy materials, or a related field.
  • Experience with desalination technologies and ion separation.
  • Experience with electrochemical methods and material characterization.
  • Ability to work as a member of an international, multi-disciplinary team.
  • Excellent communication and writing skills, thorough command of the English language. German language knowledge is very beneficial.

Your benefits

  • An exciting position in a dynamic research team that interacts with leading international researchers and industrial partners.
  • A unique opportunity to research on pioneering methods for electrochemical lithium-ion recovery and separation.
  • Strong support to perform high-quality research and to present and publish your research results (journals, conferences).
  • An interdisciplinary and international workplace with excellent infrastructure.
  • A comprehensive benefits package (flexible working hours, mobile working, company pension scheme).

Interested? Want to know more? Just contact us

We are looking forward to receiving your application (CV, a complete list of publications, a one-page motivation letter, and at least two letters of reference) by January 31st, 2026. Conveniently use our online application system.

The INM is an equal-opportunity employer with a certified family-friendly policy, and it offers a better work-life balance, flextime, and mobile working. We promote the professional opportunities of women and strongly encourage them to apply. Severely disabled applicants with equal qualifications and aptitude will be given preferential consideration.

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