- JOB
- Germany
- EXPIRES SOON
Job Information
- Organisation/Company
- Ruhr-University Bochum
- Department
- Institute for Materials
- Research Field
- Engineering » Materials engineering
- Researcher Profile
- First Stage Researcher (R1)
- Country
- Germany
- Application Deadline
- Type of Contract
- Temporary
- Job Status
- Full-time
- Hours Per Week
- 39,83
- Offer Starting Date
- Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?
- Not funded by a EU programme
- Reference Number
- ANR 3330
- Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?
- No
Offer Description
The Center for Interface-Dominated High Performance Materials (Zentrum für Grenzflächendominierte Höchstleistungswerkstoffe, ZGH) at the Ruhr-Universität Bochum is looking for a PhD student (m/f/d) for the duration of 3.5 years.
ZGH develops new materials through comprehensive understanding and design of material interfaces, exploiting new combinations of structural and functional properties. ZGH is equipped with a set of high-end research equipment for the investigation of surfaces and interfaces of materials, such as atom probe tomography (APT) and high-resolution transmission electron microscope (TEM).
For the Collaborative Research Centre (CRC) 1625 (Atomic-scale understanding and design of multifunctional compositionally complex solid solution surfaces, https://www.ruhr-uni-bochum.de/crc1625/index.html.en), we are looking for a PhD student for the project B01 (Accelerated atomic-scale exploration of phase evolution in CCSS systems using combinatorial processing platforms). The aim of this project is to investigate the surface composition and the phase stability of compositionally complex solid solution (CCSS) systems by APT and TEM, and to contribute to achieve the goal of the CRC: mastering surface atom arrangements.
Your tasks:
- Collaborating with other groups within the CRC to synthesize and characterize CCSS thin films on APT tips.
- Conducting surface and volume chemical characterization using APT.
- Performing phase identification through high-resolution TEM.
- Participation in regular internal CRC meetings and presentation of results.
- Publication of research findings.
Where to apply
- MDI-Lehrstuhl@rub.de
Requirements
- Research Field
- Engineering » Materials engineering
- Education Level
- Master Degree or equivalent
- Research Field
- Physics » Solid state physics
- Education Level
- Master Degree or equivalent
Skills/Qualifications
We are looking for a highly motivated scientist with a strong background in materials science or in a related field with a focus on thermodynamics and kinetics of phase transformations and/or materials characterization. Strong motivation to work independently, effective teamwork, efficient translation of results into scientific publications, and very good communication skills are expected of the future doctoral researcher.
Specific Requirements
- M.Sc./Diploma degree with very good grades in the field of materials science or materials physics or a closely related field.
- Experience with APT and TEM is appreciated.
- Experience in correlative microscopy, near-atomic scale chemical and structural characterization is appreciated.
- Fluent verbal and written communication skills in English.
- Interest in publications
- Languages
- ENGLISH
- Level
- Excellent
Additional Information
Benefits
- Challenging and varied tasks with a high level of personal responsibility
- Support from and cooperation with competent colleagues
- Team-oriented work in a committed, international and appreciative team
- Support in reconciling family and career/academia (including childcare arrangements, vacation offers, mobile nursery)
- A modern, well-equipped workplace.
Selection process
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: MDI-Lehrstuhl@rub.de Please mention the reference number: ANR 3330
Additional comments
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.
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Work Location(s)
- Number of offers available
- 1
- Company/Institute
- Ruhr-University Bochum
- Country
- Germany
- State/Province
- NRW
- City
- Bochum
- Postal Code
- 44801
- Street
- Universitätsstr. 150
- Geofield
Contact
- State/Province
- NRW
- City
- Bochum
- Website
- Street
- Universitätsstr. 150
- Postal Code
- 44801
- MDI-Lehrstuhl@rub.de