PhD Fellow in Water Splitting, Aarhus University, Denmark

PhD Fellow in Water Splitting: A PhD fellowship/scholarship opportunity is available at Aarhus University, Denmark, within the Nanoscience program. The successful candidate will join the Interfaces and Catalysis group at the Interdisciplinary Nanoscience Center (iNANO) led by Prof. Jeppe V. Lauritsen to conduct research on the development of electrodes for water splitting based on insights from surface science.

PhD Fellow for Water Gap Electrode Development from Surface Science Insight

Designation: PhD student

Research area and project description: The interdisciplinary PhD project aims to investigate the surface chemical composition of doped Ni-based electrodes using NAP-XPS and STM studies on fundamental level model systems and real Ni electrodes obtained from an industrial partner working on the large-scale implementation of alkaline electrolyzers. The aim is to find out how the combination of favorable structural properties and chemical doping effects can lead to improved electrocatalytic properties for water splitting.

Location: Aarhus University, Interdisciplinary Centre for Nanoscience, Gustav Wieds Vej 14, Aarhus University, Denmark

Suitability/Qualifications: Candidates with a recently completed Master’s degree (3-year PhD program) or 4-year degree (4-year PhD program) in Nanoscience, materials science, chemistry or physics are encouraged to apply. An excellent and documented audit record is required and knowledge from thesis work in surface science, fundamental electrocatalysis studies or synchrotron studies would be an advantage.

Job description: The successful candidate will be part of the Interfaces and Catalysis group and will use state-of-the-art experimental methods such as atomic force microscopy (STM/AFM) and photoemission spectroscopy (XPS) to observe the reactions at catalyst surfaces “live” while they are active. The work will also involve using in situ techniques based on XPS and STM at ambient pressure to gain real-time insights into how the detailed structure and chemical composition of a surface determines its catalytic properties.

How to apply: Interested applicants should visit (link to application guide) for information on application requirements and mandatory attachments. The online application system opens on 1 June 2024. Applicants should select the August 2024 call for proposals with a deadline of 11:59pm CEST on 1 August 2024. Select “Development of Water Gap Electrodes from Surface Science Insight (DWSESS)” from the “Study” dropdown menu under the Nanoscience program. Please refer to the website link provided for further details and updates.

Last application date: The application deadline is 1 August 2024 at 23:59 CEST.

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