Research Associate - Dresden, Deutschland - Technische Universität Dresden

Technische Universität Dresden

Geprüftes Unternehmen

Dresden, Deutschland

vor 3 Wochen

Geschrieben von:

Lena Wagner

beBee Recruiter

Beschreibung

Technische Universität Dresden -
Faculty of Chemistry and Food Chemistry, Chair of Physical Chemistry:

Technische Universität Dresden (TUD), as a University of Excellence, is one of the leading and most dynamic research institutions in the country. Founded in 1828, today it is a globally oriented, regionally anchored top university as it focuses on the grand challenges of the 21st century. lt develops innovative solutions for the world's most pressing issues. In research and academic programs, the university unites the natural and engineering sciences with the humanities, social sciences and medicine. This wide range of disciplines is a special feature, facilitating interdisciplinarity and transfer of science to society. As a modern employer, it offers attractive working conditions to all employees in teaching, research, technology and administration. The goal is to promote and develop their individual abilities while empowering everyone to reach their full potential. TUD embodies a university culture that is characterized by cosmopolitanism, mutual appreciation, thriving innovation and active participation. For TUD diversity is an essential feature and a quality criterion of an excellent university. Accordingly, we welcome all applicants who would like to commit themselves, their achievements and productivity to the success of the whole institution.
Research Associate / PhD student (M/F/x)

At the Faculty of Chemistry and Food Chemistry, the Chair of Physical Chemistry offers a position as

Research Associate / PhD student (M/F/x)

starting May 1, 2023.

The position comprises 67,5 % of the full-time weekly hours and is initially limited for 36 months, but ends prematurely at the end of the month, in which the last oral examination and the announcement of the overall result of the doctorate takes place.

The period of employment is governed by the Fixed Term Research Contracts Act (Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz - WissZeitVG). The position offers the chance to obtain further academic qualification (e.g. PhD).

Working field:

The project will combine two main parts: 1) development of a direct colloidal synthesis of semiconductor copper chalcogenide 2D nanomaterials with well controlled dimensions and crystal structure and their chemical transformations via cation exchange reactions into other semiconductor 2D metal chalcogenides, 2) fabrication of composite fluorescent‒plasmonic materials in the form of planar layered assemblies and investigation of interactions between the layers using advanced optical spectroscopy techniques.

Requirements:

- university degree in (M.Sc. or equivalent) in chemistry or materials sciences;
- specialization in synthetic chemistry, physical chemistry, or nanosciences;
- high self-motivation;
- experimental skills;
- excellent written and verbal communication skills in the English language;
- excellent computer skills.

Knowledge in the field of materials synthesis and characterization is advantageous.

What we offer:

How to apply:

- curriculum vitae (CV),
- one-page motivation letter,
- copy of degree certificate and transcript of grades (i.e. the official list of coursework including your grades),
- proof of English language skills,
- letter of recommendation from the supervisor of your master thesis (and, if available, a link to your Master's or diploma thesis)