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PhD Position in Materials Science for SoCool Project on Metal-Supported Solid Oxide Electrolysis Cells Forschungszentrum Jülich in Germany
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Chemistry
Funding
PhD position funded as pay group 13 (75%) under TVöD-Bund. The post is fixed-term for 3 years and includes a year-end bonus amounting to 75% of a monthly salary plus capital-forming benefits.
Deadline
Aug 26, 2026
Country
Germany
University
Forschungszentrum Jülich
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PhD position in Materials Science at Forschungszentrum Jülich, Germany
This PhD opening is part of the SoCool Project at the Institute of Materials and Devices – Materials Synthesis and Manufacturing Processes (IMD-2) at Forschungszentrum Jülich. The project focuses on metal-supported solid oxide electrolysis cells (MS-SOECs), high-temperature electrolysis (HTEL), and the development of innovative coating and sintering routes for oxide-ceramic functional layers on metallic support structures.
The research is centered on proof-of-concept experiments for coating complex metallic supports, pretreatment and processing of oxide-ceramic powders, selecting suitable suspension-based coating techniques (such as screen printing, plasma spraying, dip coating, and electrophoretic deposition), developing sintering processes under protective or hydrogen atmospheres, and characterizing microstructure, phase composition, and surface quality.
Applicants should hold a Master's degree in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, or a related field with excellent academic performance. Strong knowledge of ceramic processing, rheology, materials science, and solid-state chemistry is expected. Experience with powder synthesis and ceramic component fabrication is a plus. The post also requires excellent English (at least B2 CEFR) and business-fluent German.
The position is based in Jülich, Germany, is fixed-term for 3 years, and is funded at TVöD-Bund pay group 13 (75%) with a year-end bonus and capital-forming benefits. The institute highlights access to strong research infrastructure, international teamwork, conference participation, and doctoral support.
Deadline: 26 August 2026, 21:59 UTC.
How to apply: Submit your application through the Forschungszentrum Jülich recruiting portal or the linked Euraxess page before the deadline.
Funding details
PhD position funded as pay group 13 (75%) under TVöD-Bund. The post is fixed-term for 3 years and includes a year-end bonus amounting to 75% of a monthly salary plus capital-forming benefits.
What's required
Master's degree in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, or a related field with excellent academic performance. Strong knowledge of ceramic processing technologies, especially suspension-based coating methods and rheology, plus solid expertise in materials science and solid-state chemistry. Experience in powder synthesis and fabrication of ceramic components is a strong advantage. Excellent English skills at least B2 CEFR and business-fluent German are required. The post also values enthusiasm for complex scientific and engineering challenges, willingness to learn, independent working, and teamwork skills.
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