Master's Thesis "N-doped carbon xerogels as 3D electrodes for sodium-iodine batteries"

We want an earth that is worth living on. Our applied research in Circular Economy, Carbon Management, Green Hydrogen and Local Energy Systems makes concrete contributions to achieving the 17 Sustainable Development Goals of the United Nations. As an institute of the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft, we show how to not only master challenges, but grow with them. We push boundaries, think ahead and shape the future with applied research. Diverse perspectives and approaches strengthen creativity and innovation in our scientific work.

Would you like to help us shape a sustainable world? We are looking for reinforcement! 

As part of the NIOBIL research project, your master’s thesis will focus on the synthesis and targeted N-doping of carbon xerogels as 3D current collectors for sodium-iodine batteries. You will then coat the doped carbon substrates with iodine to produce functional electrodes. The final step will be the electrochemical characterization of these electrodes to evaluate their potential for increasing cell capacity and improving cycle stability.

Be part of change

• Synthesis of Nitrogen-doped carbon xerogels
• Variation of synthesis parameters to optimize doping
• Impregnation of carbon with iodine and fabrication of electrodes
• Characterization of the carbon, the coating, and the finished electrodes

What you contribute

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, process engineering or a related field
• Experience working in a laboratory
• An independent and meticulous scientific approach to work
• Strong communication skills and a passion for working in a team
• Good English skills would be an advantage

What we offer

We are committed to creating an inspiring working environment in which all employees can develop. To this end, we promote and value the uniqueness of each person and create a culture of respect, openness and appreciation in which everyone is welcome:

• Teamwork at eye level: an open-minded team in which you can contribute your own ideas. New Work, diversity and inclusion as well as cooperative teamwork are central components of our culture.
• Theory meets practice: The opportunity to combine your knowledge from your studies with practical experience at the interface between business and science.
• Flex work: Your studies have priority - we offer you flexible working hours that adapt to your everyday study routine.
• Students@UMSICHT: Comprehensive onboarding, good support and networking opportunities as well as versatile support for your career development through training and keynote speeches.
• Health & well-being: Health offers for a good balance in everyday life.
• You can find even more attractive benefits here: Fraunhofer UMSICHT as an employer

Remuneration according to the general works agreement for employing assistant staff.

Application:

💡 Interested? Apply online now via our career portal and join the Fraunhofer UMSICHT team! We look forward to getting to know you. Please submit at least the following documents:

• Curriculum vitae
• Current certificate of enrollment
• Current transcript of records
• Bachelor's degree certificate

🌍 Diversity & equal opportunities:

We value and promote the diversity of our employees' skills and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of age, gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, ideology, disability, sexual orientation and identity. Severely disabled people are given preference if they are equally suitable.

♿ Accessibility:

We are continuously working to make the application process and our workplaces more accessible. If you need support, please get in touch - we're here to help!

 

Contact
Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions regarding this position:
Kimberely Matschuk, +49 208 8598-1544

If you have any questions about the application process, please contact: 
Emily Kirchhoff, +49 208 8598-1353, [email protected]

If you have any questions about accessibility and workplace design, please contact our representative for severely disabled employees:

Sascha Rollka, +49 208 8598-1781, [email protected]

Fraunhofer Institute for Environmental, Safety, and Energy Technology UMSICHT 

www.umsicht.fraunhofer.de 

Requisition Number: 85838