JOB DESCRIPTION
The Institute Nanospectroscopy for Design and Optimization of Energy-Relevant Materials is looking for a Postdoctoral Scientist (f/m) in the field of Physics, Chemistry or Materials Science for maternity leave and/or parental leave replacement.
Reference No. EM 2015/10
Job description
- Perform reserach in the field of energy materials characterization with synchrotron radiation
- Surface and interface research of energy materials for photovoltaics, solar fuels, thermoelectrics, batteries, catalysts and hydrogen storage
- Commissioning and operation of EMIL beamlines
- User support of EMIL
- Presentation at national and international conferences, publishing in international journals, patent protection of patent-worthy results
Closing Date: 07.04.2015
What we offer
The employment contract is initially limited to 30.06.2015 with the possibility of a prolongation after receipt of application for parental leave replacement.
The employment contract is based on contracts for the German civil service (TVöD-Bund).
We particularly welcome applications from women. Preference will be given to severely disabled applicants provided equal qualifications.
How to apply
Have we sparked your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your electronic application via the APPLY button. Please quote the reference number and include a complete CV and cover letter.
DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Your qualifications
- Experience in the materials characterization, in particular at surfaces and interfaces, using synchrotron- and lab-based methods
- Experience in XPS, UPS, XSW, XRD and other materials characterization techniques using X-ray, UHC experience
- Experience in the support of students and guest scientists
- Strong interest in national and international collaborations and collaboration with industry
- Very good knowledge of the English language
ABOUT THE EMPLOYER
Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin für Materialien und Energie (HZB) operates two large facilities for materials research: the neutron source BER II and the synchrotron source BESSY II, which provide deep insights into the structure of materials and the processes within complex systems. Other important focuses of HZB research are thin film photovoltaics and solar fuels. Each year around 3,000 scientists use the HZB infrastructure facilities.
SCIENCE + CAREER + DIVERSITY = HZB = the formula for our successful human resources policy. We offer wide-ranging internal and external training programs for our employees as well as a special support program for young scientists. Our family-friendly workplace policy includes flexible working hours, telework arrangements and holiday programs for employees‘ children.