The Institute of Engineering Thermodynamics at the German Aerospace Centre (DLR) in Oldenburg, with additional research facilities in Stuttgart, Cologne-Porz, Ulm and Hamburg, conducts research in the field of efficient and resource-saving technologies for a future with renewable energies.
What to expect
The Electrochemical Energy Technology department is investigating pioneering technologies based on ammonia as a hydrogen derivative.
We are working intensively on the development of materials for fuel cells at the Oldenburg site. This includes the development of efficient catalysts for low-temperature direct ammonia fuel cells and their incorporation into membrane electrode assemblies. Novel materials are analysed electrochemically in three-electrode set-ups as well as using physical and chemical characterisation methods.
As a doctoral candidate, you will have the opportunity to actively shape solutions to these challenges as part of the vacant position
Your tasks
- Wet-chemical synthesis of novel electrocatalysts and optimization including the aspect of up-scaling
- Physical, chemical and electrochemical characterization of the new catalysts including performance assessment using various analysis methods such as SEM, TEM, AFM and XPS as well as electrochemical methods
- Performance assessment of the catalysts using electrochemical performance tests
- Manufacturing of gas diffusion electrodes using different coating techniques like ultrasonic spraying, doctor blading or slot-die coating
- Investigation of gas diffusion electrode performance in half-cell set-ups
- Travelling as part of conference visits and a state graduate programme
Your profile
- Master's degree in chemistry, materials science, physics, engineering or similar disciplines
- Basic experience with physical and electrochemical analysis methods
- Basic written and spoken English skills
We look forward to getting to know you!
If you have any questions about this position (Vacancy-ID 472) please contact:
Corinna Harms
Tel.: +49 441 99906 322
