Job Openings
We have built up new and exciting catalysis activities including physico-chemical characterization at KIT and synchrotron radiation sources. Our field of interests are exhaust gas catalysis, Power-to-Chemicals, selective oxidations, biomass conversion and sustainable chemistry. Are you searching for a challenging scientific work in the field of
- Technical chemistry, chemical engineering
- Inorganic solid state chemistry
- Physical chemistry, synchrotron radiation or microscopy?
Do not hesitate to contact us (grunwaldt∂kit.edu). Especially, if you are interested in interdisciplinary research or if you want to conduct a bachelor, master or Ph.D. thesis. Please feel welcome to send us your application or ask us concerning open positions for
- writing your thesis (bachelor/master/PhD)
- conducting your "Vertiefungspraktikum"
- postdoctoral studies
- visiting us as a guest scientist.
Present announcements on the KIT homepage
Wissenschaftsmanagerin / Wissenschaftsmanager (w/m/d) im Bereich Digitalisierung und Naturwissenschaften, Deadline: 15.02.24 (Link)
Jobs within the CRC 1441 TrackAct
You are looking for a doctoral research topic between physical chemistry, materials science, spectroscopy, theory and engineering? Catalysis is a highly interdisciplinary field with many challenges!
Just now the Collaborative Research Centre 1441 TrackAct (Tracking the Active Site in Heterogeneous Catalysis for Emission Control) at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) has started. Catalysis is at the core of the initiative that is conducted together with partners in Munich and the synchrotron radiation source in Hamburg. Within TrackAct we want to identify and track the nature of the active sites in catalysts, to design and manipulate them from bottom-up across the various length and complexity scales, and – on a long-term vision – predict and actively control them during operation. Within this program, we thus seek for PhD candidates in various fields from Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Sciences to Physics. The dissertation will be carried out within the corresponding participating groups. For more information on the positions and the application process see here:
We emphasize equal opportunity and life balance in the program. Hence, women are especially encouraged to apply.
Job offers (PSE portal)
Chemical laboratory assistant for preparation, testing and characterization of heterogeneous catalysts
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Job description
The Chair in Chemical Technology and Catalysis focuses on the design, testing and in-depth characterization of heterogeneous catalysts. Our research topics range from exhaust gas aftertreatment and fine chemical synthesis, to renewable energy applications including biomass conversion. The group operates in close collaboration with other leading figures in both science and industry, offering a complete approach spanning from fundamental studies to industrial applications.
The Laboratory Assistant work will be part of different research projects focusing on the development, testing and characterization of various heterogeneous catalysts. The position also includes small administrative tasks.
You will work in a multidisciplinary environment involving the following responsibilities:
- Laboratory catalyst preparation and handling of a robot controlled unit for catalyst synthesis
- Conducting material characterization experiments on dedicated setups, i.e. thermal analysis, temperature programmed reduction/oxidation tests, N2-physisorption measurements
- Support for small administrative tasks, ordering chemicals and organizing the chemicals database
Personal qualification
- You hold a very good laboratory assistant degree in chemistry or related fields.
- Besides the professional qualification, strong commitment, independent and self-responsible working are expected.
- Good English language skills and very good German language skills are required.
More details Apply
Previous announcements
PostDoc for the in-situ XAS investigation of electrochemical systems for the production of green hydrogen
Characterization of catalysts for Fischer-Tropsch synthesis
Operando X-ray Diffraction Tomography for Catalysis and Materials Research (Download)
Development and operando characterization of heterogeneous catalysts for emission reduction
Dynamik von Katalysatoren und Reaktoren in der heterogenen Katalyse (Link)