Are you a recent graduate in chemistry or physics looking for an exciting PhD opportunity in Germany? The TUD Dresden University of Technology – one of Germany’s top research institutions and a University of Excellence – is calling for applications to two Research Associate / PhD Student positions at its Chair of Theoretical Chemistry, Faculty of Chemistry and Food Chemistry.
This is your chance to be part of cutting-edge research in ion transport through 2D materials in a dynamic, international, and interdisciplinary environment!
Research Focus
Selected candidates will explore:
Ion transport through atomically thin membranes made of 2D polymers and graphene derivatives.
The work involves:
- Computational modeling
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Research visits to partner labs (MPI Halle & Leiden University).
Eligibility Criteria
To apply, you must:
- Hold a university degree in chemistry or physics
- Have solid knowledge in computational/theoretical physics or chemistry
- Be capable of working collaboratively in a research team.
Desirable Skills:
- High-performance computing (HPC)
- Materials chemistry
- Theoretical chemistry
- Molecular dynamics simulations
- Data science and machine learning.
Why Choose TU Dresden?
- Germany’s University of Excellence: Interdisciplinary, innovative, and globally ranked.
- Prof. Thomas Heine’s Group: Home to 40 researchers from 9 nations working in computational materials science.
- High-Tech Resources: Access to top-tier HPC infrastructure via ZIH Dresden.
- Dresden City Perks: Affordable living, rich culture, safety, and a beautiful historic center.
Apply: https://www.verw.tu-dresden.de/StellAus/stelle.asp?id=12071&lang=en.
Application Deadline
The last date to apply for the Research Associate / PhD Student positions at TU Dresden is April 30, 2025.