Doctoral Scholarship 2025 in Process Engineering in Germany
The Jülich Research Center, a premier institution in the Helmholtz Association, invites applications for its Doctoral Scholarship in Process Engineering Optimization. This opportunity is tailored for exceptional candidates with expertise in process engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or related fields. Located in Jülich, Germany, the program is set to commence as soon as possible, with a duration of three years.
Benefits
- Competitive remuneration aligned with pay group 13 (75%) under the TVöD-Bund framework, plus a 60% monthly special payment (Christmas bonus).
- Collaboration with industry and academic leaders on groundbreaking hydrogen technology projects.
- Access to world-class scientific equipment and infrastructure on a green campus near Cologne, Düsseldorf, and Aachen.
- Opportunities to present findings at national and international conferences.
- Comprehensive training programs and a structured doctoral development program through JuDocS.
- Flexible working hours and options for remote work, promoting work-life balance.
- Generous leave policy: 30 vacation days, bridging days, and holidays during the Christmas season.
Degree Levels and Eligibility
This program is open to Master’s graduates with a degree in:
- Process Technology
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Physics
Applicants must have achieved a minimum overall grade of “good.”
Additional Requirements:
- Experience in modeling and simulation of electrochemical processes.
- Knowledge of AEM and PEM technologies.
- Proficiency in automation and data archiving (preferably Python or LabVIEW).
- Strong analytical thinking, teamwork skills, and the ability to work across disciplines.
- Proficiency in German and English, both spoken and written.
Apply: https://www.fz-juelich.de/de/karriere/stellenangebote/2025D-011.
The Responsibilities of Candidate
The doctoral candidate will focus on optimizing and advancing electrolysis test benches to characterize coated and joined components. Tasks include:
- Conducting systematic research on aging processes and operational management strategies.
- Automating measurements and improving test bench reproducibility.
- Utilizing AI for optimizing operational strategies.
- Publishing results in peer-reviewed journals and presenting findings at conferences.
Application Deadline: The last date to apply for the Doctoral Scholarship in Process Engineering Optimization at the Jülich Research Center is March 31, 2025.