PhD Student in Electrochemical Degradation of Water Pollutants / PhD Studentess in Electrochemical Degradation of Water Pollutants

Your Tasks

Your work will focus on investigating the mechanisms of the electrochemical oxidation process (EOP) for the removal of emerging contaminants in water via the generation of hydroxyl radicals.

• Reaction intermediates and products will be analyzed using a range of analytical chemistry techniques.
• Advanced characterization methods, including synchrotron-based techniques, will be employed to investigate materials under operating conditions and establish design principles for next-generation EOP electrocatalysts.
• During your PhD, you will closely collaborate with colleagues within the electrochemistry department, the Swiss Light Source, and international partners.

Your Profile

• Completed Master's degree in physical chemistry, chemical physics, chemistry, materials science, or a closely related discipline, with an interest or experience in electrochemistry and spectroscopy techniques.
• Demonstrated active interest in experimental work and the initiative to propose new solutions; ability to work independently within a collaborative and interdisciplinary research team.
• Strong communication and writing skills in English are required.

We Offer

Our institution is founded on interdisciplinary, innovative, and dynamic collaboration. You will benefit from systematic on-the-job training, personal development opportunities, and our robust vocational training culture. If you wish to optimally balance work with family life or personal interests, we are equipped to support you with modern employment conditions and on-site infrastructure.

You will be registered as a PhD student at ETH Zürich under the supervision of Prof. T. J. Schmidt.

How to Apply

Apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

Contact Information

For further inquiries, please contact PD Dr. Emiliana Fabbri at emiliana.fabbri@psi.ch or call +41 56 310 2795.

Paul Scherrer Institute, Human Resources Management, Serdal Varol, 5232 Villigen PSI, Switzerland.