PhD Student in Operando Characterisation of Catalysts for Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients / PhD Studentess in Operando Characterisation of Catalysts for Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients

Your Tasks

Design and utilize in situ/operando reactors, including microfluidic reactors, for multi-technique characterization of homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysts in liquid phase.

Explore the phenomena of micelle formation, viscosity effects, and ligation of metal complexes on catalytic performance in the production of active ingredients in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries.

Establish structure-function relationships using laboratory and synchrotron-based time-resolved spectroscopies alongside theoretical simulations.

Develop automated flow and microfluidic setups for real-time reaction optimization and continuous production.

Your Profile

• Master's degree in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related field.
• Ability to perform experimental and/or theoretical work, pursue innovative solutions, and work independently.
• Willingness to engage in research on heterogeneous and homogeneous catalysis.
• Interest in spectroscopic techniques and the underlying physical principles.
• Proficiency in scientific programming using Python.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to integrate easily into an interdisciplinary research team.

We Offer

Our institution fosters interdisciplinary, innovative, and dynamic collaboration. You will benefit from structured on-the-job training, opportunities for personal development, and a robust vocational training culture. We support a balanced work-life integration with modern employment conditions and excellent on-site infrastructure.

You will be enrolled at the Department of Chemistry and Applied Biosciences, ETH Zurich.

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 information, please reach out to Dr. Aram Bugaev at aram.bugaev@psi.ch.