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Master’s Thesis Worker in SO2-Depolarized Electrolyser Optimization for Renewable Hydrogen Production Aalto University in Finland
Degree Level
Master's
Field of study
Chemistry
Funding
The salary is €2,622 per month for a full-time position, for a maximum of six months. The role is primarily on-site, with limited opportunities for remote work and flexible working hours.
Deadline
Nov 30, 2026
Country
Finland
University
Aalto University
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About this position
Aalto University’s Department of Energy and Mechanical Engineering, within the School of Engineering, is seeking a Master’s thesis worker for the Energy Conversion and Systems research group. The project focuses on optimizing an SO2-depolarized electrolyser (SDE) stack for renewable hydrogen production.
SDE technology is a polymer electrolyte membrane electrolyser that uses electricity to produce hydrogen with sulfuric acid as a by-product. Compared with conventional electrolysis, the system offers the potential for improved electricity-to-hydrogen efficiency. Because the technology is still at an early research stage, optimization of its materials, cell configuration and operating system is important for future commercial applications.
The student will work hands-on in the laboratory with an existing SDE cell and stack. The research involves assembling and modifying the experimental setup, testing different cell configurations, membranes and gas diffusion layers, and experimentally validating an optimized configuration. The work also includes material characterization and electrochemical studies, including extended operation of the selected configuration.
The project provides practical research experience in hydrogen technologies, electrolysis, electrochemistry, materials characterization and energy conversion. It is based primarily at Aalto University’s Otaniemi campus in Espoo, within a multidisciplinary environment spanning energy technology, mechanics, materials and technical systems.
Funding details
The salary is €2,622 per month for a full-time position, for a maximum of six months. The role is primarily on-site, with limited opportunities for remote work and flexible working hours.
What's required
Applicants should have expertise in energy conversion and storage technologies, the possibility to conduct experimental work, an understanding of electrolysis technologies, and a can-do attitude. Previous experimental work and experience in material characterization and/or electrochemistry are valued. Working proficiency in English is required. The position is open primarily to students from Aalto University.
How to apply
Submit your CV and motivation letter through the recruitment site by clicking “Apply now”. Combine all materials in English into a single PDF file. Aalto students or visitors should apply using their personal email address; current Aalto employees should use Workday.
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