Prof S Sunde
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Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
About the Project
NTNU - knowledge for a better world
The Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) creates knowledge for a better world and solutions that can change everyday life.
PhD RESEARCH FELLOW IN ELECTROCATALYSIS
One PhD fellowship in nanomaterials research related to energy technology is available at the Department of Materials Technology and Science.
Hydrogen for use in fuel cells in an energy system based on renewable energy sources will come from water electrolysis. The project with which the PhD fellowship is associated will pursue development an innovative alkaline polymer electrolyte electrolysis process, which combines the advantages of the competing technologies of alkaline electrolysis and PEM electrolysis. Specifically, the PhD fellow will address electrocatalysis of the hydrogen evolution reaction in alkaline polymer electrolyte electrolysis. The work includes state-of-the-art synthesis of catalysts, fabrication of catalytic layers, structural investigations, and characterization of catalytic layers in-situ in working devices. The PhD fellow will work in a unique group of world-leading experts in the field of alkaline polymers, and the concepts developed will support world-wide efforts towards future transformations within the energy sphere.
The candidate should hold a university degree (Master of Science or equivalent) in electrochemistry, materials science and engineering, materials chemistry or physics, or the equivalent. Background and experience in electrochemistry, synthesis of catalysts, and experience in methods for materials characterization such as electron microscopy and XRD are desired. We search for a person that is creative, innovative and can work independently. The applicant should have good communication skills and be willing to collaborate with other researchers in the cross-disciplinary group of people connected to this project. Parts of the work may be performed at our collaborating institutions. An interest and ability to take part in teaching will be considered an asset.
Detailed information on our PhD programs is found at: http://www.ntnu.no/nt/english/phd
The regulations for PhD programs at NTNU state that the applicant must have a master degree or equivalent with at least 5 years of studies and an average grade of A or B within a scale of A-E for passing grades (A best) and C or better on the BSc. Candidates from universities outside Norway are kindly requested to send a Diploma Supplement or a similar document, which describes in detail the study and grade system and the rights for further studies associated with the obtained degree:
http://ec.europa.eu/education/policies/rec_qual/recognition/diploma_en.html
Applicants must agree to participate in organized doctoral study programs within the period of the appointment. A contract will be drawn up regarding the period of appointment and work related duties.
The appointment of the PhD will be made according to Norwegian guidelines for universities and university colleges and to the general regulations regarding university employees. All applicants must be able to communicate fluently in English (in speaking and writing). PhD scholarship recipients are employed for three years in the position.
The position as PhD research fellow is remunerated according to the Norwegian State salary scale. There is a 2% deduction for superannuation contribution.
For more information about the position please contact: Professor Svein Sunde, phone +47 7359 4051, e-mail: [Email Address Removed].
Information about the department and the research group can be found online at: http://www.ntnu.no/materialteknologi/english
and http://www.ntnu.edu/mse/research/ceramics/.
The application should contain:
CV including certificates from Bachelor and Master as well as Reference letters.
List of publications with bibliographical references.
Documentation of English language proficiency (e.g. TOEFL, IELTS, etc.) if English or a Scandinavian language is not the applicant's mother tongue.
A statement on when the applicant can start in the position if selected.
Applications must be submitted electronically through this page.
Applications submitted elsewhere will not be considered.
Mark the application with ref.no NV-29/17.
Application deadline is March 20, 2017
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