Research Associate for the Project “Hydrogen and Hydrogen Derivative Ammonia” as part of TEN.efzn § 28 Subsection 3 HmbHG
InstitutionFaculty of Mathematics, Informatics and Natural Sciences, Department of Chemistry
Salary level
Start date01.06.2026, fixed until 31.05.2029 (This is a fixed-term contract in accordance with Section 2 of the academic fixed-term labor contract act [Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz, WissZeitVG]).
Application deadline31.03.2026
Scope of workpart-time
Weekly hours67 % of standard work hours per week
Green Hydrogen and Electrocatalysis are your passion!
Join our Technical Electrocatalysis Team to develop advanced electrochemical diagnostics for direct ammonia fuel cells and be involved in high profile research at the forefront of science. Present your research at international conferences and be connected with leading research groups worldwide.
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Your responsibilities
Duties include academic services in the project named above. Research associates may also pursue further academic qualifications outside of their work responsibilities.
Your research focus will be on the mechanistic investigation of low-temperature direct ammonia fuel cells (DAFCs). To overcome the limitations in transport and storage of hydrogen, green ammonia is the next generation of carbon free energy carrier. You will learn and improve your skills and knowledge to better understand and engineer the electrode-electrolyte interface for single DAFC.
What You Will Do:
1. development of novel electrochemical diagnostic tools for low-temperature direct ammonia fuel cells
2. characterization of catalyst-coated membranes
3. perform in situ/ex situ structural characterization methods
4. design of novel catalyst materials for ammonia oxidation reaction
Your profile
A university degree in a relevant field.
5. Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Material Science, Physics or related fields.
6. experience with preparation, coating and characterization of porous electrode materials and/or in water electrolysis or fuel cell testing and/or in electrochemical characterization is an advantage and highly desirable
We offer
7. Reliable remuneration based on wage agreements
8. Continuing education opportunities
9. University pensions
10. Attractive location
11. Flexible working hours
12. Work-life balance opportunities
13. Health management, EGYM Wellpass
14. Educational leave
15. 30 days of vacation per annum
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The University of Hamburg is committed to equity. Diversity enriches our university life, whether in our studies, research, teaching, education, or workplace. We therefore welcome all applications, regardless of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnic or social background, age, religion or belief, disability, or chronic illness.
Severely disabled and disabled applicants with the same status will receive preference over equally qualified non-disabled applicants.