Master Thesis – Novel Catalyst-Coated-Membranes for Electrochemical Conversion of CO2 to CO

Your Job:

Driven by the shift of the energy sector towards renewable resources, the decarbonization as well as the electrification of industrial processes is a growing field of interest. Using CO2 as a feedstock to produce the platform chemical CO plays a vital role in this development. A wide range of innovative cell concepts are presented in literature. The aim is to increase the energy efficiency of this process by the development of innovative catalyst coated membranes. Your tasks include:

• Preparation of catalyst inks and coating of membranes
• Spectroscopic, physical and microscopic characterization
• Experimental performance testing of the membranes
• Combining and evaluation of experimental data

Your Profile:

• Ongoing Master studies in process engineering, chemistry, physics or a comparable discipline
• Basic knowledge in electrochemistry
• Practical skills and interest in laboratory work
• Motivated and independent way of working
• Good communication and writing skills in German and English

Our Offer:

We work on the very latest issues that impact our society and are offering you the chance to actively help in shaping the change! We support you in your work with:

• An interesting and socially relevant topic for your thesis with future-oriented themes
• Ideal conditions for gaining practical experience alongside your studies
• An interdisciplinary collaboration on projects in an international, committed and collegial team
• Excellent technical equipment and the newest technology
• A large research campus with green spaces, offering the best possible means for networking with colleagues and pursuing sports alongside work
• Qualified support through your scientific colleagues
• The chance to independently prepare and work on your tasks
• Flexible working hours as well as a reasonable remuneration
• Flexible work (location) arrangements, e.g. remote work

The position is fixed for 6 months.

We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds, e.g. in terms of age, gender, disability, sexual orientation / identity, and social, ethnic and religious origin. A diverse and inclusive working environment with equal opportunities in which everyone can realize their potential is important to us.