Auf einen Blick
- Aufgaben: Führe spannende Experimente zur Charakterisierung von Batteriematerialien durch und schreibe wissenschaftliche Manuskripte.
- Unternehmen: Ruhr-Universität Bochum, ein Ort für innovative Forschung und interdisziplinäre Zusammenarbeit.
- Vorteile: Attraktive Vergütung, flexible Arbeitsbedingungen und Unterstützung beim Sprachenlernen.
- Weitere Informationen: Vielfältige Aufgaben in einem unterstützenden Team mit hervorragenden Entwicklungsmöglichkeiten.
- Warum dieser Job: Gestalte die Zukunft der Batterietechnologie und arbeite an bahnbrechenden Projekten.
- Qualifikationen: Masterabschluss in Materialwissenschaften oder verwandten Bereichen und Erfahrung mit Lithiumbatterien.
Das prognostizierte Gehalt liegt zwischen 50000 - 60000 € pro Jahr.
2-year Ph D position (m/f/d) in ‘Atomic-scale characterization of solid electrolyte interphases in lithium batteries’ (salary 13 TV-L, 100%)
The chair of Atomic-scale Characterisation studies materials at the atomic level.
The project focuses on developing high-energy-density rechargeable battery technologies by understanding interfacial chemistry at the electrode/electrolyte interfaces.
A fixed-term, full-time position starts on 15 August 2026 or at the earliest possible date.
Scope: full-time. Duration: 2 years. Start: 15 August 2026.
Your tasks
- Assemble batteries in the glovebox, perform battery cycling tests and electrochemical testing such as cyclic voltammetry and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy in varying electrolytes.
- Perform cryogenic scanning electron microscopy/focused ion beam experiments for imaging and chemical analysis.
- Perform cryogenic SEM/FIB experiments for preparing atom probe specimens.
- Carry out atom probe tomography experiments on SEI layers formed after different cycles.
- Carry out atom probe tomography experiments on SEI layers formed at different temperatures.
- Write manuscripts for papers.
Your profile
- An excellent master degree in materials science, electrochemistry, inorganic or organic chemistry.
- Project experience with lithium metal or ion batteries.
- Familiarity with assembling cells and performing electrochemical cycling tests for non-aqueous or aqueous batteries.
- Solid knowledge of electrochemistry or relevant project experiences.
- Experience with operating scanning electron microscopy/focused ion beam.
- A high level of spoken and written English.
- Self‑motivated and eager to learn.
- Capability to work both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
Optional experience
- Experience in operating and analyzing X‑ray photoelectron spectroscopy data of battery interfaces.
We offer
Challenging and varied tasks with a high level of independence, collaboration in a committed and appreciative team.
Further information
- The position is salaried under the collective agreement TV-L. Upon meeting the personal and collective agreement requirements, the employee receives pay grade E13 TV-L.
- Third‑party funding: no teaching obligation.
- Workplace: Ruhr University Bochum.
- German language courses offered by the university.
Contact information
Prof. Dr. Tong Li, Tel.: +49 234 32 26099
Travel costs, accommodation costs and other application costs for job interviews are not reimbursed.
Application deadline
Please submit your application via the online application portal by 20 July 2026. Mention reference number ANR 5876.
We are committed to diversity and equal opportunities.
Applications from women, candidates with disabilities and underrepresented groups are encouraged.
We are neutral in gender and provide support for language learning.
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