2024/10/15
1 PhD Student Position:
New Concepts in Catalysis – In situ and Operando Characterization
Applications are invited for a PhD student position at the Erlangen Center for Interface Research and
Catalysis, Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU), Group of Prof. Jörg Libuda.
Research topic will cover in situ and operando vibrational spectroscopy and in situ atomic force
microscopy on real and model catalysts.
The research project aims at acquiring molecular level understanding of catalytic processes using
innovative materials concepts. The range of experimental methods will comprise state-of-the-art
spectroscopy (vibrational spectroscopy) and microscopy (atomic force microscopy) at liquid
interfaces under operation conditions. The project is embedded into interdisciplinary and
international cooperations involving partner groups from natural science and engineering
(https://www.sfb1452.research.fau.eu/).
The Friedrich-Alexander-Universität (FAU) Erlangen-Nürnberg (www.fau.eu) is among the top-ranked
Universities in chemistry research in Germany. In particular, FAU is ranked 1st in the field of Chemical
Solid State and Surface Research (DFG Funding Atlas). We offer leading-edge projects, state-of-the-
art equipment and excellent working conditions. The Erlangen Center for Interface Research and
Catalysis (www.ecrc.fau.eu) covers state-of-the-art research on catalysis and interfaces in all its
facets from basic research to process development. At the Chair of Interface Research and Catalysis
(Libuda Group, www.ecrc.fau.eu/libuda-group) we focus on the fundamental understanding of
chemical processes at complex interfaces. The group explores complex model interfaces,
covering surface science, electrocatalysis, photochemistry, in situ and operandi studies. Specifically
we aim at the mechanistic understanding of chemical processes associated with energy conversion,
energy storage, sustainable chemical production and innovative materials synthesis.
We expect flexibility and commitment, but also communication skills and the capability to work in a
team. For application as a PhD student, a diploma or master degree in chemistry, physics, chemical
engineering, or materials science is required. Specific experience in the research field is not
mandatory.
The university promotes gender equality and aims at increasing the fraction of women in science.
Handicapped persons are preferred if equally qualified. Please send your CV / list of publication /
references / summary of research activities to:
Prof. Dr. Joerg Libuda
Interface Research and Catalysis
Erlangen Center for Interface Research and Catalysis (ECRC)
Friedrich-Alexander-Universitaet Erlangen-Nuernberg
Egerlandstrasse 3
D-91058 Erlangen
Germany
www.ecrc.fau.eu
Secretary: +49-9131-856766-0
Office: +49-9131-856766-1
FAX: +49-9131-856766-2
