Research Associate Catalysis

Your tasks

• Planning, execution and evaluation of experiments on a catalytic high-pressure test rig for the hydrothermal gasification of biomass
• Developing a method for the regeneration of spent catalysts
• Optimization of an existing catalyst using wet chemical methods
• Documentation of the results in technical reports and scientific journals
• Characterization of the catalysts using modern methods
• Close collaboration with an industrial partner and an international and diverse team of PhD students, postdocs, senior scientists, engineers, technicians

Your profile

• Master's degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, process engineering or materials science with a focus on heterogeneous catalysis
• Practical experience with continuous catalytic test systems and gas analysis
• Doctorate in a field of heterogeneous catalysis desirable
• Very good written and spoken English skills
• High motivation to work on bioenergy projects and research novel technologies

Underscoring the unique character of the FHNW are a combination of teaching and applied research, and interdisciplinary collaboration with industry partners. The complementary perspectives facilitate differentiated understanding and action in a rapidly evolving world. The focus is on exchange and collaboration.

Will you soon belong to our team? We look forward to your application.

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