Your Tasks

• Synthesis of functional thiol-containing polymers and COFs in which sulfur can be covalently bonded as cathode for Li-S batteries
• Preparation of electrodes using organo-sulfur polymer­ based material and their electrochemical (Galvanostatic charging and discharging, Potentiostatic and galvanostatic impedance spectroscopy) characterization
• Assembly and conduct electrochemical performance of Li-S batteries
• Supervision of bachelor/master students and PhD students
• Summary, presentation and publication of results (also in English)

Your Profile

• University degree in chemistry or a comparable course of study as well as PhD in the field of polymer chemistry or materials science, or related topics in electrochemistry
• Very good knowledge of synthesis of organo-sulfur polymers
• Knowledge of electrochemistry
• Knowledge of basic analytical techniques and methods
• Computer skills, including Origin, Windows and Office
• Very good knowledge of written and spoken English
• Very good publication record and ideally experience in obtaining external funding
• Experience in presenting scientific content (also in English)

You demonstrate a high level of commitment, initiative, problem­ solving skills and the willingness to familiarize yourself with a wide range of tasks. 
You are characterized by your ability to work in a team, reliability, independence and communication skills (also in English). 
You enjoy working in an interdisciplinary, international team in a diverse and dynamic work environment.

Further Information

Franziska Hein

+49 3641 948981

franziska.hein@helmholtz-berlin.de

Closing Date:  01.12.2024

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.