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Ruhr-Universität Bochum

PhD Positions in Technical and Industrial Electrochemistry for CO2 Electrolysis at Ruhr University Bochum Ruhr University Bochum in Germany

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PhD

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Chemistry

Funding

Fixed-term PhD research associate positions at Ruhr University Bochum, part-time (67%) for 36 months, salaried under TV-L E13 if requirements are met. The industrial electrochemistry position is linked to the Cluster of Excellence RESOLV and both roles involve research in state-of-the-art laboratories; no teaching obligation if funded by third-party funds.

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Ruhr-Universität Bochum

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Keywords

Chemistry
Electrochemistry
Co2 Reduction
Green Chemistry
Energy Transition

About this position

Ruhr University Bochum is advertising two PhD positions in electrochemistry focused on CO2 electrolysis and CO2 reduction. The openings are in the Faculty of Chemistry and Biochemistry, within the group Technical Electrochemistry / Activation of Small Molecules, and are closely connected to the energy transition, green chemistry, and next-generation CO2 conversion technologies.

Position 1: PhD in Technical Electrochemistry centers on advancing electrochemical CO2 reduction to methanol. The successful candidate will independently plan, conduct, and evaluate experiments in state-of-the-art electrochemical cell systems, analyze data, and contribute to cell and process development. The role is part-time, fixed-term for 36 months, and salaried at TV-L E13 if requirements are met.

Position 2: PhD in Industrial Electrochemistry (RESOLV) focuses on developing high-performance membrane electrode assemblies for CO2 electrolysis within the Cluster of Excellence RESOLV. This project includes electrode fabrication, optimization of catalyst-coated electrodes, electrochemical testing, and spectroscopic investigations under operating conditions. It is also a part-time, fixed-term 36-month PhD position with TV-L E13 pay conditions if applicable.

Eligibility highlights include a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related field, excellent academic results, and strong practical experience in electrochemistry. Preferred skills include cyclic voltammetry, chronoamperometry, impedance spectroscopy, zero-gap flow cell operation, catalyst synthesis and characterization, catalyst ink formulation, electrode preparation, and advanced analytical/spectroscopic methods. Strong English communication skills are required; German or English competence plus willingness to learn the other language is also expected.

Application deadline: 2026-04-27 for both positions. Applicants should apply via the Ruhr University Bochum online portal and mention the relevant reference number: ANR 5551 for Technical Electrochemistry and ANR 5550 for Industrial Electrochemistry.

Supervisors/contact persons: Prof. Dr. Ulf-Peter Apfel and Dr. Julian Kleinhaus are listed as contact persons for further information. The post also references the Cluster of Excellence RESOLV and collaboration with industrial partners and research institutions.

Funding details

Fixed-term PhD research associate positions at Ruhr University Bochum, part-time (67%) for 36 months, salaried under TV-L E13 if requirements are met. The industrial electrochemistry position is linked to the Cluster of Excellence RESOLV and both roles involve research in state-of-the-art laboratories; no teaching obligation if funded by third-party funds.

What's required

Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related discipline with excellent academic results. Applicants should have a strong background in electrochemistry and hands-on experience with electrochemical characterization methods such as cyclic voltammetry, chronoamperometry, and impedance spectroscopy. Experience with zero-gap flow cell setups, catalyst synthesis and characterization, catalyst ink formulation, electrode preparation, advanced analytical or spectroscopic techniques, and the ability to independently design, conduct, and troubleshoot experiments are preferred. Strong scientific communication skills in English are required, and competence in at least one of German or English with willingness to learn the other is a prerequisite.

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