Zentrum für Sonnenenergie- und Wasserstoff-Forschung Baden-Württemberg (ZSW) Wir suchen aktuell: Post-doc (m/f/d) in the field of aqueous electrolyte metal-air batteries in Ulm Energy with a future The Centre for Solar Energy and Hydrogen Research Baden-Württemberg (ZSW) is one of the leading institutes for applied research into the major issues relating to the energy transition which include photovoltaics, wind energy, battery technology, fuel cells, electrolysis, e-fuels, circular economy, policy advice, and the use of AI for process and system optimisation. We work in tandem with industry to pave the way to market for new technologies. The challenge falls to more than 300 employees and around 100 research and student assistants at the ZSW bases in Stuttgart and Ulm. The ZSW also operates a test site for wind energy and another test site for PV systems. The ZSW is a member of the Innovationsallianz Baden-Württemberg (innBW), an alliance of ten applied research institutions. For the research department Fuel Cell Fundamentals (ECG), at the Ulm site, we are seeking as soon as possible a Post-doc (m/f/d) in the field of aqueous electrolyte metal-air batteries Your areas of activity: Research and develop bifunctional catalysts materials for ORR and OER Evaluate electrochemical performance of research-type bifunctional electrodes Develop analytical tools and methodologies to assess the electrochemical properties of materials and cells Elucidate structural characteristics / properties relationships at active material and electrode levels Collaboration with project partners and writing of project reports Presentation of project results at project meetings, conferences and journals Your profile: Above-average PhD Degree in Chemistry, Physics, Engineering or related Thorough knowledge of Physical Chemistry and Electrochemistry, a PhD in the field of electrocatalysis would be an asset Good knowledge of MS Office and scientific evaluation software, e.g. Origin Excellent oral and communication skills, including the proven ability to write in English at a suitable standard for the preparation of written reports, publications and presentations of the work at generalist and specialist levels, including discussions with collaborators and scientists in different fields High level of commitment, problem-solving ability and ability to work under pressure Our offer to you: Excellent research meets direct application: We research for and directly with industry and design the energy supply of tomorrow today - scientifically excellent but always application-oriented Creative working atmosphere: We live an open corporate culture with flat hierarchies, plenty of freedom for creative development, shaping research content and innovation Use flexibility: Flexitime model with flexible working hours and the possibility to work hybrid as well as flexible part-time models to support the compatibility of family and career Sustainable mobility: DeutschlandTicket as a subsidised job ticket, free charging at the institute's own charging stations, bicycle parking with service area Networking and career: Cross-institute cooperation, national and international research projects, as well as a wide range of individually customisable training. Modern institute buildings with first-class infrastructure offer an appealing working environment, company health management with numerous sports and health courses, mostly employer-funded company pension scheme The employment contract is limited to 2 years, has a volume of employment of 100% and is classified according to the TV-L regulations of the civil service in Baden-Württemberg. If you are interested in this position, please apply exclusively using "Jetzt online bewerben" button in the job advertisement. Should you have any technical questions, please feel free to call Dr. Sylvain Brimaud . Further information is available at www. . Would you also like to advance applied energy research? We are looking forward to receiving your application! Ergänzende Informationen: Anforderungen an den Bewerber: Grundkenntnisse: Chemische Untersuchungs- und Messverfahren, CFD-Software (Strömungssimulation), CAE-Anwendung Hypermesh, CAE-Anwendung MSC, Patent- und Markenrecht, Projektmanagement, Lasertechnik, Lebensmittelchemie, Organische Chemie, Festkörperchemie, Kundendienst, Analytische Chemie, Anorganische Chemie, Biochemie, Gutachter-, Sachverständigentätigkeit, Laborarbeiten, Labortechnik, Qualitätsmanagement
Post-doc (m/f/d) in the field of aqueous electrolyte metal-air batteries (Chemiker/in)