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The Electrochemical Energy Systems Laboratory at ETH Zurich is seeking a highly motivated PhD student to join research on electrocatalytic energy conversion. The group investigates how electrolyte environments govern reaction mechanisms, kinetics, and product selectivity at electrochemical interfaces, combining electrochemistry with advanced operando characterization techniques to uncover fundamental mechanisms for next-generation electrochemical energy conversion systems.

Electrochemical energy conversion offers a promising route toward sustainable chemical manufacturing powered by renewable electricity. Controlling reaction pathways and product selectivity remains a fundamental challenge due to complex interfacial processes. In this project, you will investigate how electrolyte environments influence reaction mechanisms in the electrochemical CO2 reduction reaction (CO2RR) and related electrocatalytic processes, with a strong emphasis on mechanistic understanding.

Tasks

  • Design and perform electrochemical experiments to investigate electrocatalytic reaction mechanisms
  • Employ advanced operando characterization techniques to probe electrochemical interfaces
  • Analyze and interpret experimental data to develop mechanistic understanding
  • Contribute to the development of new concepts for electrolyte-controlled electrocatalysis
  • Present your work at international conferences and publish your findings in leading scientific journals
  • Collaborate with researchers within the group and with international collaborators

Requirements

  • You should hold (or be close to completing) a Master’s degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, or a closely related field
  • Highly motivated, curious, and self-driven researcher who enjoys tackling fundamental scientific questions and thrives in an interdisciplinary and collaborative environment
  • Experience in one or more of the following areas is advantageous, but not required: Electrochemistry and/or electrocatalysis; In situ or operando characterization techniques; Synchrotron-based characterization methods

Benefits

  • Become part of ETH Zurich, which supports professional development and contributes to positive change in society
  • Numerous benefits, such as public transport season tickets and car sharing
  • A wide range of sports offered by the ASVZ
  • Childcare and attractive pension benefits
  • Collaborative, inclusive, and intellectually stimulating research environment that values scientific curiosity, creativity, and independence
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Das Team

You will join the Electrochemical Energy Systems Laboratory within the Department of Mechanical and Process Engineering (D-MAVT), collaborating with group members and international partners in an interdisciplinary and inclusive environment.

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