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The section for “Electrochemical Materials” (EMA)
researches on advanced, inorganic and organic materials for electrochemical and
optical energy conversion and storage technologies. Through novel approaches to
materials synthesis, surface modification, processing, and interface
architectures, materials properties are tailored to achieve desired
functionalities. This is supported by advanced characterization techniques to
monitor the electrochemical, optical, and catalytic properties.
Stricter regulations have been imposed on ships for
SO2 emissions. One way to monitor the levels of SO2 emitted from ships is to use
an electrochemical sensor. In this project an all solid state sensor based on a
potassium ion conductor will be developed.
Responsibilities and
tasks
The PhD position includes:
- Synthesis of novel and known compounds for sensing electrodes
- Characterization of above using powder XRD
- Fabrication of a small cell using tape casting and lamination
- Test of the cell for SO2 sensing properties using cyclic
voltammetry and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy
Qualifications
Candidates should have a two-year master's degree within chemistry or closely
related fields (120 ECTS points) or a similar degree with an academic level
equivalent to a two-year master's degree.
Approval
and Enrolment
The scholarship for the PhD degree is subject to academic
approval, and the candidate will be enrolled in one of the general degree
programmes at DTU. For information about our enrolment requirements and the
general planning of the PhD study programme, please see the DTU PhD Guide.
We
offer
DTU is a leading technical university globally
recognized for the excellence of its research, education, innovation and
scientific advice. We offer a rewarding and challenging job in an international
environment. We strive for academic excellence in an environment characterized
by collegial respect and academic freedom tempered by responsibility.
Salary
and appointment terms
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. The period of employment
is 3 years.
You can read more about career
paths at DTU here.
Further information
Further information may be obtained from Senior Researcher Kent Kammer
Hansen, DTU Energy, tel.: +45 2311 1365. E-mail: kkha@dtu.dk
Application
Please submit
your online application no later than 3 January
2020 (local time).
Applications must be submitted as one PDF file
containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply, please open the
link "Apply online", fill out the online application form, and attach
all your materials in English in one PDF file. The file must include:
- A letter motivating
the application (cover letter)
- Curriculum vitae
- Grade transcripts and
BSc/MSc diploma
- Excel sheet with translation of grades to the
Danish grading system (see guidelines and Excel
spreadsheet here)
Candidates may apply prior to obtaining
their master's degree but cannot begin before having received it.
Applications and enclosures received after the
deadline will not be considered.
All interested candidates irrespective of
age, gender, race, disability, religion or ethnic background are encouraged
to apply.
The Department of Energy Conversion and Storage is
focused on education, research, and development within functional materials and
their application in sustainable energy technologies. In a sustainable energy
system, a large part of the energy will be supplied by fluctuating sources such
as solar and wind power. This makes it critically important to be able to
convert and store the energy as needed. At DTU Energy we work on fuel cells,
electrolysis, solar cells, batteries, magnetic refrigeration and other
sustainable energy technologies.
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DTU develops technology for people. With our
international elite research and study programmes, we are helping to create a
better world and to solve the global challenges formulated in the UN’s 17
Sustainable Development Goals. Hans Christian Ørsted founded DTU in 1829 with a
clear vision to develop and create value using science and engineering to
benefit society. That vision lives on today. DTU has 11,500 students and 6,000
employees. We work in an international atmosphere and have an inclusive,
evolving, and informal working environment. Our main campus is in Kgs. Lyngby
north of Copenhagen and we have campuses in Roskilde and Ballerup and in
Sisimiut in Greenland.