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Postdoc position for synthesis of Ammonia at “The VILLUM Center for the Science of Sustainable Fuels and Chemicals” (V-SUSTAIN)

jobbeskrivelse:

VILLUM FONDEN have granted 150 million DKK over the next 8 years to “The Villum Center for the Science of Sustainable Fuels and Chemicals” (V-SUSTAIN). The clear aim of the centre is to phase out fossil fuels and thereby alleviate the negative impact the continuous use these have on the earth’s climate and environment.

The postdoc will work under the sub-project ammonia synthesis which involves both thermal and electrochemical synthesis. The main objective is to synthesis ammonia at such low temperature that the pressure can be lowered substantially. The work will be based on strong interaction with the theory group headed by Jens Nørskov, which is screening for new materials using DFT calculations for determining optimal catalysts. The project aims at synthesizing the most interesting candidates and testing them towards their ability to make ammonia. The work will involve fundamental investigation of heterogeneous catalysts (including model systems involving mass-selected nanoparticles) both under more conventional conditions e.g. high-pressure set-up with 100-300 mg loadings and in a high-pressure cell connected to a UHV system equipped with XPS, ISS, TPD.  Taking part in the electrochemical synthesis can also be part of the project. Visiting large scale facilities such as synchrotrons for EXAFS and High-pressure XPS measurements may be envisioned.

Qualifications
The successful candidate is well-motivated, hardworking and willing and able to work as part of a team. The candidate should have a PhD degree in Physics, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or Materials Science. A significant part of V-SUSTAIN takes place at the section for Surface Science and Catalysis (SurfCat) at the Department of Physics at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU). It is mandatory that the candidate has extensive experience with UHV-based methods such as STM, XPS, AES and catalysts testing. Having experience with combining UHV and high-pressure cells is considered a particular great advantage.

Salary and terms of employment
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union.

You can read more about career paths at DTU here.

The period of employment is 2 years.

The positions are available from 1st of October 2018.

Further information
For further information about the research at SurfCat at the Department of Physics at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) please inspect http://www.surfcat.dtu.dk

Should you have any queries regarding the positions, please contact Professor Ib Chorkendorff ibchork (at) fysik.dtu.dk or Associate Professor Jakob Kibsgaard jkib (at) fysik.dtu.dk 

Application
Your online application must be submitted no later than 5 September  2018.

Applications must be submitted as one PDF file containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply, please open the link "Apply online," fill in the online application form, and attach all your materials in English in one PDF file. The file must include:

• A cover letter motivating the application. (Max one page)
• A curriculum vitae
• A list of publications
• Copies of BSc, MSc and PhD degree diplomas
• Names and e-mail addresses or telephone numbers of 2-3 references

All interested candidates, irrespective of age, gender, race, disability, religion or ethnic background, are encouraged to apply.

DTU is a technical university providing internationally leading research, education, innovation and scientific advice. Our staff of 6,000 advance science and technology to create innovative solutions that meet the demands of society, and our 11,200 students are being educated to address the technological challenges of the future. DTU is an independent academic university collaborating globally with business, industry, government and public agencies.

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