PhD Position in Development of Low-temperature CO2 Sorbents for Direct Air Capture 100%, Zurich, fixed-term The research group of Prof. Müller is looking for a highly motivated candidate with a strong interest in material development and characterization, structure-property relationships to yield highly effective, low-temperature CO2 sorbents for direct air capture. This research will be performed in close collaboration with the Mezzenga group at ETH Zürich. The positions are available from February 2023 onwards. Job description You will work closely with other PhD students, postdocs and collaborators of the Laboratory of Energy Science and Engineering. The work will focus on the development of low-temperature CO2 sorbents for direct air capture. Your profile You are expected to have a Master’s degree in Chemistry, Material Science or Chemical Engineering. Experience in the field of material synthesis (e.g. amine functionalization of solids, MOFs, etc.), material characterization and/or CO2 sorbents for direct air capture is a plus. We are looking for motivated, committed, creative individuals able to work in a team and with excellent communication skills. We offer You will work in a top-level research environment with advanced laboratory infrastructure. Furthermore, you will have a unique opportunity to develop your research abilities. chevron_right Working, teaching and research at ETH Zurich We value diversity In line with our values, ETH Zurich encourages an inclusive culture. We promote equality of opportunity, value diversity and nurture a working and learning environment in which the rights and dignity of all our staff and students are respected. Visit our Equal Opportunities and Diversity website to find out how we ensure a fair and open environment that allows everyone to grow and flourish. Curious? So are we. We look forward to receiving your online application with the following documents: Motivation letter CV Transcripts Two recommendation letters Please note that we exclusively accept applications submitted through our online application portal. Applications via email or postal services will not be considered. Questions regarding these positions should be directed to Prof. Müller by email at muelchri@ethz.ch. About ETH Zürich ETH Zurich is one of the world’s leading universities specialising in science and technology. We are renowned for our excellent education, cutting-edge fundamental research and direct transfer of new knowledge into society. Over 30,000 people from more than 120 countries find our university to be a place that promotes independent thinking and an environment that inspires excellence. Located in the heart of Europe, yet forging connections all over the world, we work together to develop solutions for the global challenges of today and tomorrow. If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Engineeroxy

PhD Position in Development of Low-temperature CO2 Sorbents for Direct Air Capture

100%, Zurich, fixed-term

The research group of Prof. Müller is looking for a highly motivated candidate with a strong interest in material development and characterization, structure-property relationships to yield highly effective, low-temperature CO2 sorbents for direct air capture. This research will be performed in close collaboration with the Mezzenga group at ETH Zürich.
The positions are available from February 2023 onwards.

Job description

You will work closely with other PhD students, postdocs and collaborators of the Laboratory of Energy Science and Engineering. The work will focus on the development of low-temperature CO2 sorbents for direct air capture.

Your profile

You are expected to have a Master’s degree in Chemistry, Material Science or Chemical Engineering.
Experience in the field of material synthesis (e.g. amine functionalization of solids, MOFs, etc.), material characterization and/or CO2 sorbents for direct air capture is a plus.
We are looking for motivated, committed, creative individuals able to work in a team and with excellent communication skills.

We offer

You will work in a top-level research environment with advanced laboratory infrastructure. Furthermore, you will have a unique opportunity to develop your research abilities.

chevron_right Working, teaching and research at ETH Zurich

We value diversity

In line with our values, ETH Zurich encourages an inclusive culture. We promote equality of opportunity, value diversity and nurture a working and learning environment in which the rights and dignity of all our staff and students are respected. Visit our Equal Opportunities and Diversity website to find out how we ensure a fair and open environment that allows everyone to grow and flourish.

Curious? So are we.

We look forward to receiving your online application with the following documents:

Motivation letter
CV
Transcripts
Two recommendation letters

Please note that we exclusively accept applications submitted through our online application portal. Applications via email or postal services will not be considered.
Questions regarding these positions should be directed to Prof. Müller by email at muelchri@ethz.ch.

About ETH Zürich

ETH Zurich is one of the world’s leading universities specialising in science and technology. We are renowned for our excellent education, cutting-edge fundamental research and direct transfer of new knowledge into society. Over 30,000 people from more than 120 countries find our university to be a place that promotes independent thinking and an environment that inspires excellence. Located in the heart of Europe, yet forging connections all over the world, we work together to develop solutions for the global challenges of today and tomorrow.

If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Engineeroxy

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