Applications are invited for a PhD fellowship/scholarship at Graduate School of Natural Sciences, Aarhus University, Denmark, within the Chemistry programme. The position is available from May 2025 or later.
Title:
Electrochemical Conversion of CO2 via Bicarbonate.
Research area and project description:
The successful candidate will actively contribute to cutting-edge research focused on developing dual-atom catalysts and related materials for bicarbonate conversion using advanced electrochemical methods. Emphasis will be placed on designing interfacial organic layers at the electrode surface to enhance the selective reduction of CO2 into value-added products such as syngas, ethanol, or ethylene. This research will involve the assembly of porous polymeric films on top of the catalyst to optimize the reaction environment. Additionally, the candidate will work on scaling up the most promising processes using electrochemical flow cells, aiming to bridge the gap between lab-scale results and practical applications. The project will be conducted in close collaboration with other members of the Daasbjerg research group, ensuring a dynamic and interdisciplinary research environment.
Please upload a project description (½-4 pages). This document should describe your ideas and research plans for this specific project. If you wish to, you can indicate an URL where further information can be found.
Qualifications and specific competences:
Applicants must have a relevant master’s degree in chemistry or nanoscience. In addition, experience in electrochemistry would be an advantage.
Place of employment and place of work:
The place of employment is Aarhus University, and the place of work is Department of Chemistry, The Novo Nordisk Foundation CO2 Research Center (CORC), Gustav Wieds Vej 10C, Denmark.
Contacts:
Applicants seeking further information for this project are invited to contact: Professor Kim Daasbjerg, kdaa@chem.au.dk
How to apply:
For information about application requirements and mandatory attachments, please see the Application guide. Please read the Application guide thoroughly before applying.
When ready to apply, go to https://phd.nat.au.dk/for-applicants/apply-here/ (Note, the online application system opens 1 December 2024)
Please note:
At the Faculty of Natural Science at Aarhus University, we strive to support our scientific staff in their career development. We focus on competency development and career clarification and want to make your opportunities transparent. On our website, you can find information on all types of scientific positions, as well as the entry criteria we use when assessing candidates. You can also read more about how we can assist you in your career planning and development.
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