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PhD in Novel nano-materials for low-temperature catalysis (Experiment)

Arbetsbeskrivning:
Information about the research/the project/the division This PhD student position is within the Competence Centre for Catalysis (KCK), which is an interdisciplinary research centre for heterogeneous catalysis at Chalmers. We contribute to a sustainable energy and transport system with new catalytic technology. The main activities are focused on energy conversion and emission control, and integrated with the research at the departments of Physics, and Chemistry and Chemical Engineering. The projects are conducted in collaboration with the member companies AB Volvo, ECAPS AB, Johnson Matthey AB, Preem AB, Scania CV AB, Umicore Denmark ApS and Volvo Car Corporation AB. The position will be located at the division of Applied Chemistry at the department of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering. Applied Chemistry is a dynamic and international environment striving for scientific excellence through teamwork between research leaders active in the fields of Catalysis, Surface Chemistry, Biopolymer Technology, Pharmaceutical Technology, Polymer Chemistry and Electronics. This PhD position will focus on experimental studies of low-temperature catalysis over novel nano-materials and includes material synthesis, evaluation and infrared and X-ray based characterisation at international synchrotrons. A breakthrough in this area is crucial to meet the, so called, 150 degree challenge, thus the ability to perform oxidation reactions of CO and hydrocarbons below 150 °C. The present project has the goal to lower the dependence on precious metals in oxidation catalysts. The work will follow different lines in catalyst design to achieve low-temperature activity such as: i) Nanostructuring of the support, ii) Stabilization of small particles by support design and metal alloying and iii) Exploration of interface driven reactions. Two PhD students are recruited to this project where one will work computationally and one experimentally. Strong synergies are expected between the computational and experimental subprojects. Major responsibilities Your major responsibilities are to pursue your own doctoral studies. You are expected to develop your own scientific concepts and communicate the results of your research verbally and in writing. The position includes research at a 90-100% level where the remaining part is teaching and departmental work. Position summary Full-time temporary employment. The position is limited to a maximum of five years. Qualifications The successful candidate should have: (1) Master degree primarily in Chemistry, Physics or Materials Science (2) High motivation, and an analytical and problem-solving personality (3) Good communication skills in written and spoken English (4) Ability to work independently and take responsibility for progress and quality of the project Experience in chemical synthesis, materials characterisation or programming is meritorious. Chalmers continuously strives to be an attractive employer. Equality and diversity are substantial foundations in all activities at Chalmers. Application procedure The application should be marked with Ref 20180402 and written in English. The application should be sent electronically and be attached as pdf-files, as below: CV: (Please name the document: CV, Family name, Ref. number) • CV • Other, for example previous employments or leadership qualifications and positions of trust. • Two references that we can contact. Personal letter: (Please name the document as: Personal letter, Family name, Ref. number) • 1-3 pages where you introduce yourself and present your qualifications. • Previous research fields and main research results. • Future goals and research focus. Are there any specific projects and research issues you are primarily interested in? Other documents: • Copies of bachelor and/or master’s thesis. • Attested copies and transcripts of completed education, grades and other certificates, eg. TOEFL test results. Please use the button at the foot of the page to reach the application form. The files may be compressed (zipped). Application deadline: 30 August, 2018 For questions, please contact: Assoc. Prof. Per-Anders Carlsson, perc (at) chalmers.se, +46 (0)31 - 772 2924 *** Chalmers declines to consider all offers of further announcement publishing or other types of support for the recruiting process in connection with this position. ***         

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Arbetsgivare Namn: Chalmers Tekniska Högskola AB

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