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Master’s Thesis in Ni-Alloy Electrocatalysts for Electrocatalytic CO2 Reduction AIT Austrian Institute of Technology GmbH in Austria
Degree Level
Master's
Field of study
Chemistry
Funding
Master’s thesis position for 6 months with EUR 1,034.32 gross per month for 20 hours/week based on the collective agreement, plus additional company benefits.
Country
Austria
University
AIT Austrian Institute of Technology GmbH

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The AIT Austrian Institute of Technology in Vienna, Austria is offering a master’s thesis position in the Center for Energy, within the Competence Unit Power and Renewable Gas Systems. The project sits in the research field of Energy Conversion and Hydrogen Technologies and focuses on electrocatalytic CO2 reduction, specifically the development, synthesis, and characterization of Ni-alloy thin-film catalysts.
The thesis topic is titled “Development of Ni-Alloy Electrocatalysts for Electrocatalytic CO2 Reduction”. The work includes literature research, laboratory work, electrochemical deposition, and detailed materials characterization. You will study how alloying elements affect the electrochemical behavior of Ni-alloys and help develop protocols for synthesizing or depositing Ni-alloy thin films. The project also involves evaluating results for CO2 reduction in electrochemical H- and flow-cells.
Students will gain hands-on experience with electron microscopy, energy-dispersive X-ray analysis, X-ray diffraction, Raman spectroscopy, gas chromatography, and electrochemical stations. The role is especially relevant for students interested in chemistry, materials science, physics, electrochemistry, thin film deposition, and sustainable CO2 utilization.
Eligibility: ongoing master’s studies in chemistry, materials science, or physics. Prior knowledge of laboratory practice, electrochemistry, inorganic chemistry, and thin-film deposition is advantageous. Applicants should have strong interest in scientific study design, application-oriented industrial research, commitment, team spirit, and good English speaking and writing skills.
Funding: the thesis is paid at EUR 1,034.32 gross per month for 20 hours/week under the collective agreement, with additional company benefits. The duration is 6 months, and the start date is ideally 2026-11-01, with some flexibility.
How to apply: submit your application online with CV, cover letter, relevant certificates/transcript of records, and proof of identity. Use the online application portal linked in the posting.
Funding details
Master’s thesis position for 6 months with EUR 1,034.32 gross per month for 20 hours/week based on the collective agreement, plus additional company benefits.
What's required
Ongoing master's studies in chemistry, materials science, or physics. Good knowledge of chemistry laboratory practice, electrochemistry, inorganic chemistry, and thin film deposition is advantageous. Interest in scientific study design, application-oriented industrial questions, strong commitment, team spirit, and good English speaking and writing skills are required.
How to apply
Submit the complete application documents online, including CV, cover letter, relevant certificates/transcript of records, and proof of identity. Apply through the online application portal.
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