Description

Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) is thrilled to announce an exciting PhD position in the field of alkaline water electrolysis, available for the academic session 2024/2025. This position is part of the Sustainable Process Engineering group at the Department of Chemical Engineering and Chemistry, aimed at enhancing the flexibility and durability of electrolyzers connected to renewable energy sources. The successful candidate will engage in experimental research to understand shutdown processes and develop accelerated stress test protocols for electrode materials.

Award

The PhD position offers full-time employment for four years, including salary and benefits according to the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities. Additionally, the position provides opportunities for professional development, high-quality training programs, and international networking within the field of sustainable process engineering.

Degree Level

The International PhD Position in Alkaline Water Electrolysis is available to undertake PhD level programs at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e).

Available Subjects

Following subject are available to study under this scholarship program.

• Alkaline Water Electrolysis

Benefits

• Financial Support: Receive a full-time employment contract with a competitive salary.
• Professional Development: Access to high-quality training programs and international networking opportunities.
• Flexibility: Enhance the flexibility and durability of electrolyzers connected to renewable energy sources.
• Research Opportunities: Engage in experimental research and develop accelerated stress test protocols for electrode materials.

Eligible Nationalities

This PhD position is open to students of all nationalities.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Must have recently completed or will soon obtain a Master’s degree (MSc) in chemical engineering or mechanical engineering.
• Must demonstrate a strong background and interest in electrochemistry.
• Must possess excellent communication skills in English.

Application Procedure

Securing the PhD position is easy!

Interested candidates should submit a complete application, including:

• A cover letter describing motivation and qualifications.
• Curriculum vitae with a list of publications.
• Contact information of three references.

Applications should be submitted online via the university’s application portal by August 11, 2024.

Please note: This PhD position is part of a European project with both academic and industrial partners across Europe. For any inquiries regarding the position, please contact Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) directly.