Postdoc position in Metal Hydride Development

Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon

The Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon conducts cutting-edge international research for a changing world: Around 1,000 employees contribute to the tackling of climate change, the sustainable use of the world's coastal systems and the resource-compatible enhancement of the quality of life. From fundamental research to practical applications, the interdisciplinary research spectrum covers a unique range.

Institute of Hydrogen Technology

The focus of the Institutes of Hydrogen Technology and Photoelectrochemistry is hydrogen, an essential building block for the energy transition. The optimal production, transport and storage of hydrogen are indispensable for it. The researchers are working on the system design of mobile hydrogen storage, infrastructure for stationary energy systems, green hydrogen through photoelectrochemistry, and material design.

Postdoc position in Metal Hydride Development

Reference code: 50113864_2 – 2024/WT 1
Commencement date: as soon as possible
Work location: Geesthacht
Application deadline: March 26th, 2024

The department of Materials Design, in the Institute of Hydrogen Technology at Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon, invites applications for a Postdoc position in the development of nanocrystalline light metal hydrides and hydride composites for solid-state hydrogen storage. The position is initially limited to fifteen months (starting as soon as possible). In principle, the full-time position (39 h/week) is also sharable. The place of employment is Geesthacht.

The aim of the project is the synthesis, characterization, and optimization of novel light metal hydrides and their composites for hydrogen storage. The findings of this project serve as the foundation for additional material optimization for both stationary and mobile energy storage applications.

Equal opportunity is an important part of our personnel policy. We would therefore strongly encourage qualified women to apply for the position.

Your tasks

The position entails the synthesis of metal hydride composites by high-energy milling, wet chemistry, and solid-gas reactions. The synthesized material will be characterized with respect to microstructure, chemical state, and relevant application properties, i.e., hydrogen absorption and desorption, thermodynamics, etc. The focus of the work will be the development of hydride-polymer composites for pollutant-resistant and high-performance hydrogen storage materials.

Exchanges with the collaborating partners are planned. Furthermore, the applicant will have the chance to visit hydrogen technology related scientific training workshops, complementary skills seminars at Hereon, and is expected to present scientific results at international conferences.

For further information about the project and the partners of the network, please contact Dr. habil. Claudio Pistidda ([email protected]).

Your profile

• University degree in chemistry, physics or related fields is required, PhD degree in chemistry, physics, or related fields.
• Experiences in X-ray scattering techniques, kinetics of chemical reactions and powder metallurgy are highly desirable.
• Knowledge in metal hydrides and/or hydrogen technology would be an additional advantage.
• Appropriate presentation, communication, and writing skills are expected.

We offer you

• an exciting and varied job in a research centre with more than 1,000 employees from around 60 nations
• a well‑connected research campus and best networking opportunities
• individual opportunities for further training
• social benefits according to the collective agreement of the public service and remuneration
• an excellent technical infrastructure and modern workplace equipment
• 6 weeks holiday per year and company holidays between Christmas and New Year's Day
• very good compatibility of private and professional life through offers of mobile and flexible work
• free assistance program for employees (EAP)
• corporate benefits
• a varied offer in the canteen on campus

Severely disabled persons and those equaling severely disabled persons who are equally suitable for the position will be considered preferentially within the framework of legal requirements.

Interested?

Then we are looking forward to receiving your comprehensive application documents (cover letter, CV, transcripts, certificates, etc.) indicating the reference number 2024/WT 1 until March 26th, 2024.

Apply now

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