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DLR-DAAD Doctoral Fellowship Nr. 637: Electrochemical reduction of CO2

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Aufgaben: Optimierung der Membranelektrodenanordnung und Entwicklung der Kathodenelektrode zur CO2-Reduktion.
Arbeitgeber: DLR's Abteilung für elektrochemische Energietechnologie, ein engagiertes Team von ca. 80 Mitarbeitern.
Mitarbeitervorteile: Zukunftsorientierte Energieprojekte, Beitrag zum Klimaschutz.
Warum dieser Job: Direkte Umwandlung von CO2 in wertvollere Produkte, innovative Forschungsumgebung.
Gewünschte Qualifikationen: PhD in Elektrochemie, starke Kenntnisse in Verfahrenstechnik und Chemieingenieurwesen.
Andere Informationen: Bewerbung über das DLR-DAAD Forschungsstipendienprogramm.

Optimization of the Membrane electrode assembly and developing the cathode electrode for the reduction of CO2.At DLR’s Electrochemical Energy Technology department, we are a team of around 80 dedicated employees researching a broad spectrum of technologies for future energy scenarios. This includes, but is not limited to, fuel cells, high-temperature electrolysis, and batteries. In the green deal project called ECO2Fuel our work focuses on the direct conversionof CO2 via a single step electrochemical reduction into higher-value products such as ethylene or ethanol. This method promises a future of reduced dependence on fossil fuels and a significant contribution to combating climate change.

In our group we delve into the fundamental relationships between catalyst/electrode properties and their electrochemical performance in CO2 reduction. Key parameters here are activity, selectivity, and stability. The department utilizes various techniques to produce and test membrane-electrode assemblies, both in-house and with project partners. The focus is on the physical and electrochemical characterization of these assemblies, with testing conducted under realistic conditions using our single-cell experimental test rig.

We are seeking a passionate and motivated post-doctoral researcher to join our team. Your role will include:

production and synthesis of membrane-electrode assemblies and nanoparticulate catalyst concepts
electrochemical and physical characterization of materials
optimizing and operating the single-cell test rig with downstream analytics
documenting, evaluating, and publishing research findings
additionally, your work will contribute to understanding and enhancing the efficiency of electrochemical systems, particularly in CO2 reduction. This involves addressing challenges like electrolyte flooding mitigation, suppression of the hydrogen evolution reaction (HER), and optimization of the catalyst layer
you will be instrumental in developing protocols for testing and analyzing both liquid and gaseous products produced during reactions, and in situ Raman spectroscopy will be used to gain insights into the intermediates formed

If you are passionate about advancing electrochemical systems and meet the qualifications, we would be delighted to receive your application.

Please apply here: DLR-DAAD Research Fellowship Programme – DAAD – Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst (https://www2.daad.de/deutschland/stipendium/datenbank/en/21148-scholarship-database/?status=&origin=&subjectGrps=&daad=&intention=&q=dlr&page=1&detail=50019749)

Further information and current vacancies: DLR Current offers – DAAD (https://www.daad.de/en/studying-in-germany/scholarships/daad-funding-programmes/dlr/current-offers/)

PhD in electrochemistry strong knowledge in process engineering and chemical engineering ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment creativity and independent thinking excellent written and verbal communication skills English competence: See requirements on www.daad.de/dlr (https://www.daad.de/dlr)

Payment

According to the DAAD remuneration guidelines