PhD student position - "Atomic-scale understanding and design of multifunctional compositionally complex solid solution surfaces " - A02

We are looking for a highly motivated scientist with very good knowledge in the field of materials science (thin films and materials characterization desirable), interest in electrochemical materials and materials informatics, who dares to approach new, exciting and promising topics in an interdisciplinary environment and who has the ambition to efficiently generate, publish and apply new scientific findings with the extraordinary experimental possibilities available and the cooperation in the CRC.

- Completed studies with a focus on materials science, with very good results, in the field of materials science, mechanical engineering (specialising in materials) or physics, chemistry

- Practical experience in the synthesis of thin films, preferably sputtering

- Practical experience in the characterization of thin films, e.g. SEM, EDX, XPS, XRD, SPM

- Fluent in written and spoken English

- Interest in publications

• Challenging and varying tasks with a high level of personal responsibility
• Support from and cooperation with competent colleagues
• Team-oriented collaboration in a committed, international and appreciative team
• A friendly and collegial environment
• A modern, well-equipped workplace

Please send your complete and informative application documents (informative cover letter, 1-page letter of motivation, CV with certificates, own publications if applicable) as one pdf document by e-mail to: Dr. S. Thienhaus, MDI-Lehrstuhl@rub.de

Ruhr-Universität Bochum (RUB) is one of the leading research universities in Germany. As a reform-oriented campus university, it uniquely combines the entire range of major scientific disciplines in one place. The dynamic coexistence of subjects and subject cultures offers researchers and students alike special opportunities for interdisciplinary cooperation.

RUB stands for diversity and equal opportunities. We therefore promote cooperation between heterogeneous teams and the career paths of people who are underrepresented in the respective fields of work. RUB expressly encourages applications from women. In areas where they are underrepresented, they will be given preferential consideration if they have the same qualifications. Applications from people with disabilities are also very welcome.