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Postdoctoral Researcher in Additively Manufactured Hierarchical Electrodes and Electrocatalysis Max Planck Institute for Chemical Energy Conversion in Germany

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Chemistry

Funding

Postdoctoral position funded by the DFG project "Additively manufactured hierarchical electrodes: Influence of surface topology on electrochemical activity in energy conversion reactions". Duration 12–24 months depending on starting date; remuneration according to TVöD-Bund based on qualifications and experience; social benefits including VBL pension scheme and Jobticket Deutschland subsidy.

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Oct 2, 2026

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Germany

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Max Planck Institute for Chemical Energy Conversion

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Keywords

Chemistry
Chemical Engineering
Materials Science
Surface Science
Electrochemistry
Electrocatalysis
Physics

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Postdoctoral opening at the Max Planck Institute for Chemical Energy Conversion in Duisburg / Mülheim an der Ruhr, Germany for a researcher working on electrocatalysis, electrochemistry, surface science, and materials science.

The project, led by Dr. Viktor Čolić, is part of a DFG-funded study on additively manufactured hierarchical electrodes and the influence of surface topology on electrochemical activity in energy conversion reactions. The research focuses on reactions relevant to alkaline water electrolysis, especially the oxygen evolution reaction and hydrogen evolution reaction.

The successful candidate will investigate 3D-structured electrodes using electrochemical methods and instrumental characterization techniques. Experience with flow cells, FTIR, and surface science methods is considered an advantage.

Applicants should hold a PhD in electrochemistry, catalysis, surface science, physical chemistry, or a related field, and should have a strong publication/research record. The role requires willingness to learn new experimental techniques, work in an interdisciplinary and international environment, and communicate fluently in English.

The position is postdoctoral, funded for 12–24 months depending on the start date, with a preferred start in November 2026. Compensation follows TVöD-Bund and includes public-sector social benefits, a pension scheme (VBL), and a subsidy for the Jobticket Deutschland.

Apply by 2026-10-02 by emailing a PDF application package (CV, cover letter with two references, publication list, and short research summary) to [email protected], quoting reference number VC011.

Funding details

Postdoctoral position funded by the DFG project "Additively manufactured hierarchical electrodes: Influence of surface topology on electrochemical activity in energy conversion reactions". Duration 12–24 months depending on starting date; remuneration according to TVöD-Bund based on qualifications and experience; social benefits including VBL pension scheme and Jobticket Deutschland subsidy.

What's required

PhD in electrochemistry, catalysis, surface science, physical chemistry, or a related field; excellent documented research record; experience with flow cells, FTIR, and surface science techniques is an advantage; readiness to learn and apply new experimental techniques; willingness to work in an interdisciplinary and international environment; fluency in spoken and written English.

How to apply

Send a detailed application by email as a PDF, including an up-to-date CV, cover letter with contact information for two references, list of publications, and a short description of previous research. Quote reference number VC011 and email it to [email protected].

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