The Laboratory of Supramolecular & Materials Chemistry at the University of Potsdam has an immediate opening for a fully funded three-year PhD position in the field of materials chemistry. The project is part of the Priority Program SPP1708


“Materials Synthesis Near Room Temperature”, a large Germany-wide focused research effort on materials synthesis in ionic liquids funded by the German Research Council.


The Laboratory seeks an enthusiastic and thorough chemist or materials scientist to work on a project entailing the synthesis of ionic liquids, the synthesis of nanoparticles in these ionic liquids, and – the focus of the thesis – the elaboration of quantitative growth models of the inorganic particles as they form in the ionic liquids. A further focus is on the construction of solar cells based on the nanoparticles grown in the ionic liquids.


The successful candidate must have experience in ionic liquids (synthesis and analysis) along with nanoparticle and materials analysis such as XRD, Raman and IR spectroscopy, DSC, TGA, electron microscopy, etc. Experience in advanced analytical methods such as Rietveld refinement, synchrotron X-ray methods, or special TEM methods such as HRTEM, STEM, etc. is an asset, but not mandatory.


The ideal candidate is a self-driven, independent, and thorough team-player, has some international experience, is interested in spending some time in partner laboratories or at synchrotrons, integrates into an international and multidisciplinary research group, and will be comfortable to work in Potsdam, a small but lively town just outside Berlin, the German capital.


Proficiency in English is mandatory. Knowledge of German is advantageous, but not necessary. Some teaching will be required.


Applications should be sent directly to Prof. Andreas Taubert, ataubert@uni-potsdam.de, under the subject heading “PhD SPP1708” followed by the name of the applicant. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applications should consist of (i) a cover letter detailing the candidate’s background, reasons for applying, and contact information of two referees, (ii) a one-page CV, (iii) a separate publication list (if applicable), and (iv) any other information deemed important by the applicant. Please do not send any transcripts at this stage. Candidates must be willing to
conduct a Skype interview.

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