Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?: No
Offer Description
Work group: HIPOLE: Helmholtz-Institute for Polymers in Energy Applications Jena (HI-POLE)
Area of research: PHD Thesis
Job description:
Reference No. HI 2026/11
The Helmholtz Institute HIPOLE: Helmholtz-Institute for Polymers in Energy Applications Jena (HI-POLE) is looking for
PhD student (m/f/d) for Synthesis and Characterization of Redox-Active Polymers at HIPOLE Jena
Your Tasks
- Synthesis of redox-active monomers and polymers
- Characterization of redox-active polymers (from structural characterization to electrochemical properties)
- Coupling of redox-active polymers with photocatalytic units
- Investigation of photocatalytic reactions in collaboration with CataLight (e.g., hydrogen evolution or alcohol oxidation)
- Summary, presentation, and publication of the results in English
Your Profile
- A successful master’s degree in chemistry or a comparable field of study
- Extensive and proven experience in organic chemistry and/or polymer chemistry
- Experience in organic synthesis and, ideally, in polymer synthesis
- Experience with analytical methods for polymer characterization
- Very good knowledge of electrochemistry and, ideally, photocatalysis
- Very good written and spoken English skills
You demonstrate a high level of commitment, initiative, problem-solving skills, and a willingness to familiarize yourself with diverse areas of responsibility. You are characterized by your teamwork skills, reliability, independence, and communication abilities (including proficiency in English).
You enjoy working in an interdisciplinary, international team within a diverse and dynamic work environment.
Further Information
Anne Kürschner
+493641948589
Closing Date: 31.08.2026
This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.
Where to apply
E-mail: lena.richter@helmholtz-berlin.de
Website: https://recruitingapp-5181.de.umantis.com/Vacancies/2857/Description/2?lang=eng
Additional Information
Website for additional job details: https://recruitingapp-5181.de.umantis.com/Vacancies/2857/Description/2?lang=eng
Work Location(s)
- Number of offers available: 1
- Company/Institute: Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin für Materialien und Energie
- Country: Germany
- City: Jena
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