Stellenausschreibung Nr. 69/2025
Research Associate in Organic Electrosynthesis/Power–to-Chemicals (f/m/d)
The electrification of chemical processes and especially the use of renewable electricity is important for a sustainable chemical industry. Electrochemical reactors utilizing so called “green electrons” in the synthesis reaction can become a key technology for this transition.
As part of the Cluster4 Future “ETOS” you investigate and develop new solutions for the “Electrification of Technical Organic Syntheses”. Within the cluster project EAGLE, you collaborate in a German wide, interdisciplinary team on the “Development and Analysis of a large scale electrolyser for longterm operation”, which will be utilized for the synthesis of an intermediate for the pharmaceutical Finerenone.
Tätigkeitsbeschreibung
Aim of the project is to develop strategies for uninterupted operation, optimal space-time yields, and extension of the electrolyser life-time. At IMVT, you will be responsible for the set up and testing of the electrolyser in our technical center, as well as simulation of the overall process.
Your tasks wil comprise:
- Planning and setup of an electrolyser on technical center scale for organic electrosynthesis reactions
- Experimental investigation on the operation behaviour and durability of the electrolyser cells
- Optimization of the electrolyser operation as regards yiled and efficiency
- Compilation of the results in scientific and technical reports within the project
- Communication and dissemination of the results in national and international conferences.
Besides the sci-technical activities there will be given the possibility to obtain a doctoral degree.
Persönliche Qualifikation
You should hold a Master in Chemical, Process, Environmental Engineering, Technical Chemistry, Physics, Chemistry or equivalent, coupled with a passion for research. Experience in electrochemistry, electrochemical reactors and /or technical organic synthesis is a definite advantage. You also are a team player, show good communication skills and English language proficiency, and have a passion for research.
Organisationseinheit
Institut für Mikroverfahrenstechnik (IMVT)
Eintrittstermin
ab sofort/ as soon as possible
Salary
Salary category 13 TV-L, depending on the fulfillment of professional and personal requirements.
Contract duration
3 years
Application up to
12.03.2025
Contact person in line-management
For further information, please contact Dr. Peter Holtappels, Mail: peter.holtappels@kit.edu, Tel.:+49 721 608-26995.
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