PhD Position - Experimental characterization of supercritical steam reforming of methanol and dimethyl ether

Your Job:

• Coordination, commissioning and trial operation of a high-pressure reactor for the steam reforming of methanol and dimethyl ether
  
• Experimental characterization of steam reforming under supercritical reaction conditions
  
• Working with commercial and academic catalysts
  
• Kinetic investigation & modelling of supercritical steam reforming
  
• Integration of experimental results into reactor and process simulation
  
• Analysis and presentation of results at scientific conferences and in journals
  
• Support in the preparation of third-party funding applications
  
• Participation in academic teaching and public relations work

Your Profile:

• Completed university degree (Master`s) in a subject with a strong focus on chemical engineering, e.g. process engineering, mechanical engineering, technical chemistry, relevant industrial engineering of similar
  
• Interest in the practical testing of catalysts in laboratory-scale pilot plants
  
• Enjoyment of exploratory work with great scientific potential
  
• Ability to analyse complex interrelationships and work methodically
  
• Good written and spoken English
  
• Independent and team-oriented approach to work

Our Offer:

We work on the very latest issues that impact our society and are offering you the chance to actively help in shaping the change! We offer ideal conditions for you to complete your doctoral degree:

• RESEARCH & INFRASTRUCTURE: You will have access to excellent scientific and technical facilities for your work
  
• NETWORKING & EXCHANGE: You will participate in (international) conferences and project meetings and actively build your scientific network
  
• SUPERVISION & SUPPORT: We will accompany your doctoral studies with continuous, expert guidance from your academic supervisor
  
• WORK-LIFE BALANCE: We offer flexible working hours to help you balance your professional and personal life. You also have the option of flexible working (in terms of location), which is generally possible after consultation and in line with upcoming tasks and (on-site) appointments
  
• VACATION: You will receive 30 days of vacation
  
• FAIR REMUNERATION: Depending on your qualifications and assigned responsibilities, you will be classified according to pay group 13 (75%) of the TVöD-Bund. Additionally, you will receive a special payment (“Christmas bonus”) amounting to 60% of one month’s salary. All information about the TVöD-Bund collective agreement can be found on the BMI website (pay scale table on page 66 of the PDF download): https://go.fzj.de/bmi.tvoed
  
• PERSPECTIVE: The position is initially for a fixed term of 3 years but with the prospect of longer-term employment
  
• SUPPORT FOR INTERNATIONAL EMPLOYEES: Our International Advisory Service makes it easier for international employees to get started
  

In addition to exciting tasks and a collegial working environment, we offer you much more: https://go.fzj.de/benefits

• Part-time position with 29,25 hours per week and flexible working hours
  
• 30 days of annual leave (depending on agreed working time arrangements) and provision for days off between public holidays and weekends (e.g. between Christmas and New Year)
  
• Further development of your personal strengths, e.g. through an extensive range of training courses; a structured program of continuing education and networking opportunities specifically for doctoral researchers via JuDocS, the Jülich Center for Doctoral Researchers and Supervisors: https://www.fz-juelich.de/en/judocs
  
• Targeted services for international employees, e.g. through our International Advisory Service

The position is for a fixed term of 3 years, with possible long-term prospects. Pay in line with 75%% of pay group 13 of the Collective Agreement for the Public Service (TVöD-Bund) and additionally 60 % of a monthly salary as special payment („Christmas bonus“). Pay higher than the basic pay may be possible. The monthly salaries in euro can be found on the BMI website: https://go.fzj.de/bmi.tvoed.entgelt Further information on doctoral degrees at Forschungszentrum Jülich (including its various branch offices) is available at https://www.fz-juelich.de/en/careers/phd

Place of employment: Brainergy Park Jülich

We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds, e.g. in terms of age, gender, disability, sexual orientation / identity, and social, ethnic and religious origin. A diverse and inclusive working environment with equal opportunities in which everyone can realize their potential is important to us.

Further information on diversity and equal opportunities: https://go.fzj.de/equality