PhD Student in the field of Geochemistry and Materials Science (index no. 4402-00)

Paul Scherrer Institut Villigen, Switzerland

Updated: 27 days ago
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 30 Jun 2024

15 May 2024
Job Information
Organisation/Company

Paul Scherrer Institut Villigen
Research Field

Chemistry » Other
Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)
Country

Switzerland
Application Deadline

30 Jun 2024 - 23:59 (Europe/Zurich)
Type of Contract

Temporary
Job Status

Full-time
Hours Per Week

41.5
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme
Reference Number

4402-00
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

The Paul Scherrer Institute PSI is the largest research institute for natural and engineering sciences within Switzerland. We perform cutting-edge research in the fields of future technologies, energy and climate, health innovation and fundamentals of nature. By performing fundamental and applied research, we work on sustainable solutions for major challenges facing society, science and economy. PSI is committed to the training of future generations. Therefore, about one quarter of our staff are post-docs, post-graduates or apprentices. Altogether, PSI employs 2200 people.

In the framework of the SNSF-funded project “Safe entrapment of As and Se in zeolites: Mechanistic understanding obtained from spectroscopic investigations and atomistic simulations”, we are looking for a PhD Student dedicated to experimental and theoretical studies of As and Se incorporation in zeolites. The project is jointly implemented at PSI, Empa and the University of Bern and includes the synthesis and characterisation of zeolites, experimental investigation and thermodynamic modelling of dissolution / precipitation processes, and spectroscopic characterization of corrosion products at international synchrotron facilities (e.g., France, Switzerland, UK and US). We are looking for a

PhD Student in the field of Geochemistry and Materials Science

Your tasks
The project aims to decipher the entrapment mechanism of As and Se in zeolites at a molecular scale by spectroscopic investigations and atomistic simulations. As a PhD
Student you will be registered in the Institute of Geology in the University of Bern and your main work will be shared between PSI and Empa.

During your 4-year PhD study you will:

  • Synthesise and characterise zeolites in the presence of As and Se
  • Carry out XAS measurements to elucidate the local environment of As and Se species in zeolites
  • Investigate the leaching behaviour of Se and As from zeolites
  • Perform thermodynamic modelling of the uptake of As and Se by zeolites

Requirements
Research Field
Chemistry » Other
Education Level
Master Degree or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

Your profile

  • Master’s degree (or equivalent) in geochemistry, mineralogy, chemistry, physics, materials, or environmental sciences
  • Creative, hands-on personality
  • Motivated and able to work in the laboratory
  • Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team
  • Well-developed communication skills, self-organisation and time management, and good command of the English language (spoken and written)

Knowledge of cement chemistry, spectroscopic methods and/or thermodynamic modelling is an asset. The project is highly interdisciplinary and we welcome applicants with appropriate skill sets coming from a range of disciplinary backgrounds.


Additional Information
Benefits

We offer
Our institution is based on an interdisciplinary, innovative and dynamic collaboration. You will profit from a systematic training on the job, in addition to personal development possibilities and our pronounced vocational training culture. If you wish to optimally combine work and family life or other personal interests, we are able to support you with our modern employment conditions and the on-site infrastructure.


Additional comments

For further information, please contact Dr Rainer Dähn, phone +41 56 310 21 75.
Please submit your application online by 30 June 2024 (including addresses of referees) for the position as a PhD Student (index no. 4402-00).

Paul Scherrer Institut, Human Resources Management, Serdal Varol, 5232 Villigen PSI, Switzerland, www.psi.ch


Work Location(s)
Number of offers available
1
Company/Institute
Paul Scherrer Institut
Country
Switzerland
Geofield


Where to apply
Website

https://apply.refline.ch/673278/3380/index.html?lang=en&cid=1

Contact
City

Villigen PSI
Website

http://www.psi.ch/psi-home

STATUS: EXPIRED

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