Phd Position: Development of Catalysts to Convert - Zurich, Schweiz - ETH Zürich

ETH Zürich

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Zurich, Schweiz

vor 2 Wochen

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Lena Schneider

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Beschreibung

PhD position:
Development of catalysts to convert CO2 into alcohols:

100%, Zurich, fixed-term:

Job description:

Specifically, this project, by combining high throughput experimentation, synthesis of model catalysts, operando characterization, and molecular modelling aims at identifying novel catalyst families and developing structure-performance relationships for catalysts for the hydrogenation of CO2 to higher alcohols (such as ethanol).

The role of this specific PhD position will be the development of model catalysts and their operando characterization using X-ray absorption spectroscopy, X-ray total scattering, and infrared spectroscopy to identify the catalytically active sites/motifs.

Your profile:

You are expected to have:

An excellent MSc degree in Chemical Engineering, Material Science, or Chemistry
Knowledge in material synthesis and/or material structural characterization is highly valued

We are looking for highly motivated, committed, and creative individuals, able to work in a team and with outstanding communication skills.

Working in a top-level research environment with advanced laboratory infrastructure, you will have a unique opportunity to develop your research abilities.

The position is available from May 2024 onwards.

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We offer:

An exciting working environment
Opportunities to learn cutting edge techniques
Perspectives for career development
A diverse and interdisciplinary team

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