Research assistant (f/m/d, No. 668-25)

• Location
• Duisburg
• Application area
• Faculty of Chemistry, Department of Technical Chemistry III
• Position
• Research assistant (f/m/d, No. 668-25)
• Payment according to Grade 13 TV-L
• Start of employment as soon as possible
• Duration of employment
• 3 years
• Working time
• 67% of a full-time position (26 h 41 min)

Responsibilities

• Activities related to the preparation and analysis of the research activities in the topic mentioned above: conducting literature reviews and summarizing the scientifically relevant literature; actively contributing to the design of experiments and to the planning of the research activities; preparation of weekly reports according to the rules of the group in which the scientific results are presented.
• Performing scanning electrochemical cell microscopy (SECCM) experiments, including data processing and evaluation.
• Correlating electrochemical data with structural data in collaboration with the Ph D student employed by the project partner.
• Maintaining regular communication with the project partner’s Ph D student.
• Carrying out electrochemical CO₂ reduction experiments using gas diffusion electrodes.
• Participating in regular group meetings.
• Writing of high-quality paper drafts to be published in peer‑reviewed journals.
• Preparing and delivering presentations at project meetings and national/international conferences.
• Storage and documentation of the data and of the experiments according to FAIR principles and in the electronic lab‑journal according to the rules of the group.
• In addition, you may be involved in the implementation and execution of courses and lab activities, and/or the supervision of students.
• Active participation in the acquisition of external funding.

Your profile

• Above‑average university degree in Chemistry, chemical engineering or physics (diploma or master’s degree) with at least eight semesters of regular study.
• Previous scientific experience (e. g. knowledge of empirical research methods, laboratory procedures, experience with statistical analyses and corresponding software).
• Previous experience in electrocatalysis, in particular in the field of testing of gas diffusion electrodes is an advantage.
• Previous experience in writing scientific papers is an advantage.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English is required.
• Experience in working with MATLAB or Origin is an advantage.
• Knowledge of the German language is preferred but not mandatory.
• We offer you
• A varied, multifaceted field of activity in a research‑intensive environment.
• An interesting, responsible job with great creative potential, where you will get to know the diverse tasks and developments of research transfer and have contacts with almost all areas of the UDE.
• Interdisciplinary research at a very high level.
• A non‑discriminatory working environment with respectful, appreciative cooperation.
• A pleasant working atmosphere in a dynamic and international team.
• A broad range of further education and training opportunities, individual mentoring.
• Within the framework of the activity, opportunities for further scientific qualification are offered.
• Code number
• 668-25
• Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Duisburg–Essen promotes diversity and encourages applications from women with relevant qualifications.

In accordance with the State Equal Opportunities Act, women with the same qualifications are given preferential consideration.

Applications from suitable disabled persons and persons of equal status within the meaning of §2 para.3 SGB IX are also welcomed.

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