We are seeking a highly motivated researcher to join our cooperation project focused on advancing separation technologies through chemical modifications of porous media surfaces. The objective is to expand the application spectrum of these technologies, such as capacitive deionization. Your primary responsibilities will include designing, constructing, experimenting, analyzing, evaluating, and optimizing methods for chemical modification of porous media surfaces to achieve selective separation of targeted substances using electrochemical set-ups. Additionally, you will conduct surface and chemical analyses, supervise students working on related projects (including project work, bachelor’s, and master’s theses), prepare comprehensive project reports, scientific papers and present findings at international exhibitions and conferences.

university degree (Master/Diploma) in physics, chemistry, materials science, engineering or similar with very good grades. Strong knowledge and practical experience in separation technologies, chemical modification, and electrochemistry. Experience with chemical and surface analysis is highly desirable. Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team. High level of commitment, strong analytical skills, and the ability to think critically across disciplines. Excellent communication and writing skills in English.

• an interesting, challenging, meaningful and welfare-orientated job in a qualified, open-minded and committed team,
• comprehensive academic supervision,
• personal and professional development opportunities, including internal TU training programmes,
• a job ticket,
• 30 days holiday per calendar year
• supplementary pension scheme with the Versorgungsanstalt des Bundes und der Länder (VBL).

TUD strives to employ more women in academia and research. We therefore expressly encourage women to apply. The University is a certified family-friendly university and offers a Dual Career Service. We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. If multiple candidates prove to be equally qualified, those with disabilities or with equivalent status pursuant to the German Social Code IX (SGB IX) will receive priority for employment.
Please submit your detailed application including your curriculum vitae (max. 4 pages), motivation letter (max. 1 page), transcripts of bachelor or master degree (in English or German), and a recommendation letter from a senior/junior research scientists by November 22, 2024 (stamped arrival date of the university central mail service or the time stamp on the email server of TUD applies), preferably via the TUD SecureMail Portal https://securemail.tu-dresden.de by sending it as a single pdf file to wasserchemie@mailbox.tu-dresden.de or to: TU Dresden, Fakultät Umweltwissenschaften, Fachrichtung Hydrowissenschaften, Institut für Wasserchemie, Herrn Prof. Dr. Stefan Stolte, Helmholtzstr. 10, 01069 Dresden, Germany. Please submit copies only, as your application will not be returned to you. Expenses incurred in attending interviews cannot be reimbursed.

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