PhD Position in Electrocatalysis: In Situ Spectroscopy and Microscopy Befristung: Temporary employment Arbeitszeit: Full time: 40 hours/week Einstellungstermin: 01.12.2026 Bewerbungsschluss: 31.10.2026
Benefits: We Have a Lot To Offer
- Regular promotion to the next level and increase in salary pursuant to the collective bargaining agreement for the public service of the German Länder (TV-L) or remuneration pursuant to the Bavarian Public Servants Remuneration Act (BayBesG) plus an additional annual bonus
- 30 days annual leave at five working days per week with additional free days on December 24 and 31
- Occupational pension scheme and asset accumulation savings scheme
- Excellent support during the academic qualification phase
- Structured doctoral degree programs
- Systematic career development in collaboration with the Graduate Center
- Thorough onboarding process with a dedicated team
- Subsidized food and drinks in our student restaurants
- Place of work within comfortable walking distance of public transport
- Flexible working hours
- A wide range of training courses and opportunities for professional development
Your Tasks
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND RESOURCES The successful candidate will design and conduct in situ and operando experiments on model and technologically relevant systems. Responsibilities will include acquiring and analyzing experimental data, developing robust data-analysis workflows, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team, presenting results at conferences, contributing to manuscripts, and supervising students. We offer an international research environment, access to state-of-the-art laboratories and instrumentation, close collaboration with leading synchrotron facilities, and opportunities to develop an independent research profile.
Your Profile
QUALIFICATIONS AND TERMS Applicants must hold, or expect to complete before the start of the position, a diploma or master’s degree in chemistry, physics, materials science, or chemical engineering. Experience with in situ or operando methods in electrochemistry is an advantage but not required. We value flexibility, commitment, strong communication skills, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Additional Information
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND APPLICATION FAU is committed to gender equality and encourages applications from women. Applicants with severe disabilities will be given preference in the event of equal qualifications, in accordance with the university’s applicable policy. Please submit your CV, list of publications, names and contact details of referees, and a summary of your research experience.
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