Mission
We are seeking an outstanding candidate for a multidisciplinary, industry-facing research project on metal-organic frameworks for low-carbon hydrogen production from seawater, wastewater, and other abundant feedstocks. The work spans materials synthesis, characterization, testing, and prototype reactor development, with a clear pathway to applied deployment and commercialisation.
Main duties and responsibilities
1. Scalable synthesis and shaping of metal-organic framework-based composites
2. Structural and optical characterisation (PXRD, BET, UV-vis, SEM)
3. Photocatalytic hydrogen evolution measurements and long-term durability testing
4. Support in the design and testing of a closed-loop photocatalytic reactor
5. Documentation, data analysis, contribution to publications and project reports
Profile
6. PhD (or nearing completion of) in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field
7. Research experience in inorganic/materials synthesis, photocatalysis, or related areas
8. Strong experimental skills and familiarity with key characterisation techniques (e.g. PXRD, GC, optical spectroscopy)
9. Ability to work both independently and as part of a collborative research team
10. Excellent written and oral communication skills in English
11. Strong motivation to engage with interdisciplinary research and explore new research domains
We offer
12. A dynamic research environment with state-of-the-art facilities
13. Collaboration with academic and industrial partners
14. Opportunities for scientific dissemination and professional development.
15. Competitive salary and excellent working conditions (more information can be found on our website https://www.epfl.ch/campus/services/human-resources/en/basic-starting-salary-of-doctoral-assistants-and-postdocs/)
Informations
Only applications submitted through the online platform are considered. You are asked to supply:
16. A brief cover letter (pdf, up to 2 pages).
17. A CV, including publication list
18. Contact details for three referees
For further information, please contact:
Contract Start Date :
Activity Rate Min : 80
Activity Rate Max : 100
Contract Type: CDD
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