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Two scientists (f/m/d) - Electrochemical investigation of PEM fuel cell electrodes
Job Description
Req ID:  1655
Place of work:  Oldenburg
Starting date:  01.08.2025
Career level:  Experienced professionals, Graduates, Doctorate
Type of employment:  Full-time
Duration of contract:  2 Years

Remuneration: Remuneration is in accordance with the Collective Agreement for the Public Sector - Federal Government (TVöD-Bund)

Enter the fascinating world of the German Aerospace Center (Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt e. V.; DLR) and help shape the future through research and innovation! We offer an exciting and inspiring working environment driven by the expertise and curiosity of our 11,000 employees from 100 nations and our unique infrastructure. Together, we develop sustainable technologies and thus contribute to finding solutions to global challenges. Would you like to join us in addressing this major future challenge? Then this is your place!

Would you like to help shape the future of electrochemical energy systems and contribute your expertise in the field of batteries, fuel cells or electrolysers? At the Institute of Engineering Thermodynamics, Department of Electrochemical Energy Technology, you will develop solutions from the cell to the complete system - with a view to high efficiency, long service life, comfort, safety and cost optimisation. We are looking for two qualified and committed employees to strengthen our team in Oldenburg.

 

What to expect

At our Oldenburg site, you will work on the investigation of physical, chemical and electrochemical processes for the further development of efficient and long-term stable components for HT- and NT-PEM fuel cell systems. You will develop and apply advanced analytical methods to contribute to a deeper, system-wide understanding of degradation mechanisms. You will design and optimise electrochemical methods and use them to characterise novel materials and components.

 

Your tasks

  • Researching the current state on electrochemical analyses for electrodes and membrane electrode assemblies (MEAs)
  • Conceptualisation and technical implementation of methods with regard to various electrochemical reactions (hydrogen oxidation, oxygen reduction and others) with preparation of measurement protocols
  • Preparation of electrodes and MEAs using suitable coating methods (doctor blade, ultrasonic spraying)
  • Electrochemical measurements of electrodes in half-cells or MEAs with regard to performances and life-times in fuel cell test benches
  • Publication in peer-reviewed journals and participation in scientific conferences
  • Collaboration on project documentation and applications for third-party funding

 

Your profile

  • Master's degree in natural sciences or engineering (e.g. chemistry, physics, materials science, chemical engineering, process engineering) or comparable degree programmes
  • deep knowledge regarding electrochemical characterisation of catalysts, electrodes and MEAs with reference to fuel cells and/or electrolysers
  • Knowledge of the rules of good scientific practice
  • independent and structured way of working
  • very good written and spoken English skills

We offer

DLR stands for diversity, appreciation and equality for all people. We promote independent work and the individual development of our employees both personally and professionally. To this end, we offer numerous training and development opportunities. Equal opportunities are of particular importance to us, which is why we want to increase the proportion of women in science and management in particular. Applicants with severe disabilities will be given preference if they are qualified.

We look forward to getting to know you!

 

If you have any questions about this position (Vacancy-ID 1655) please contact:

 

Dana Schonvogel 
Tel.: +49 441 99906 326 
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