Bachelor or master thesis in the field of electrochemical processes in Straubing - Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft

Beschreibung

At the Fraunhofer Institute for Interfacial Engineering and Biotechnology IGB, we combine biology and technology across competencies in our business areas of Health, Sustainable Chemistry, and Environment. For more than 70 years, we have been developing processes, technologies, and products and successfully bringing them to industrial application. We conduct research at our sites in Stuttgart, Leuna, and Straubing in close cooperation with numerous universities and research institutes in Germany and abroad.

In the Innovation Field of Sustainable Catalytic Processes, we develop methods to the sustainable green transition to a circular economy in industrial chemical production. Through electrocatalytic power-to-X-to-Y processes, CO2 can be converted into platform chemicals. Bachelor's or Master's theses in our group are involved in the preparation of electrodes and its characterization in electrochemical processes. In addition, there is a focus on upscaling to bridge the gap between laboratory and industrial applications. Topics of interests are electrochemical CO2 reduction and electrochemical upgrade of bio-based compounds.

Was Du bei uns tust

• Work with electrochemical cells
• Literature research on the state of the art
• Preparation of electrodes containing active catalysts
• Evaluation of electrochemical performance
• Correlations between raw materials, operating parameters, and production rate
• Evaluation, discussion, and periodic reporting of results

Was Du mitbringst

• Suitable for Bachelor's/Master's students in chemistry, chemical engineering, physics, electrical engineering, physical chemistry or similar courses
• Experience/knowledge in electrochemistry (cyclic voltammetry, electrolysis), organic/inorganic synthesis, material characterization (SEM, XRD, FTIR) and analytics (GC- / LC-MS) is an advantage
• Enjoy experimental work in the laboratory, ability to work in an international team, commitment and sense of responsibility

Was Du erwarten kannst

• Participation on current projects with clear objectives
• Room for independent work and creative collaboration
• Attractive specialization topic with high interest from industries
• Exciting tasks in a dynamic environment of an internationally renowned research institution
• Modern equipment and work methods, as well as excellent chances for professional and personal development
• Flexible working hours and an excellent working atmosphere in a highly motivated team

Wir wertschätzen und fördern die Vielfalt der Kompetenzen unserer Mitarbeitenden und begrüßen daher alle Bewerbungen – unabhängig von Alter, Geschlecht, Nationalität, ethnischer und sozialer Herkunft, Religion, Weltanschauung, Behinderung sowie sexueller Orientierung und Identität. Schwerbehinderte Menschen werden bei gleicher Eignung bevorzugt eingestellt.

Die wöchentliche Arbeitszeit erfolgt nach Vereinbarung. Die Stelle ist zunächst auf 6 Monate befristet. Die Vergütung richtet sich nach der Gesamtbetriebsvereinbarung zur Beschäftigung der Hilfskräfte.

Mit ihrer Fokussierung auf zukunftsrelevante Schlüsseltechnologien sowie auf die Verwertung der Ergebnisse in Wirtschaft und Industrie spielt die Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft eine zentrale Rolle im Innovationsprozess. Als Wegweiser und Impulsgeber für innovative Entwicklungen und wissenschaftliche Exzellenz wirkt sie mit an der Gestaltung unserer Gesellschaft und unserer Zukunft.

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