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 postdoctoral tenure, you will interact closely with colleagues within the Electrochemistry Department, the Swiss Light Source, and international collaborators.
Your Profile
- You hold a PhD degree in Physical Chemistry, Chemical Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, or a closely related discipline.
- You have a strong background and experience in electrochemistry and water purification through electrochemical oxidation processes.
- Experience with analytical techniques for water purification analysis is required.
- Knowledge of spectroscopic techniques is an advantage.
- You have a strong interest in experimental work and take the initiative in developing new solutions.
- You are able to work independently while contributing effectively to a collaborative and interdisciplinary research team.
- Excellent communication and scientific writing skills in English are essential.
We Offer
Our institution fosters an interdisciplinary, innovative, and dynamic collaboration environment. You will benefit from systematic on-the-job training, as well as personal development opportunities and a strong vocational training culture. We are committed to supporting you in balancing work with family life or other personal interests through our modern employment conditions and on-site infrastructure.
Your employment contract is limited to two years, with the option to extend for an additional year.
How to Apply
Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.
Contact Information
For further information, please contact PD Dr. Emiliana Fabbri at emiliana.fabbri@psi.ch or +41 56 310 27 95.
Please submit your application online by 30 April 2026 (including addresses of referees) for the position as a Postdoctoral Fellow (Index-Nr. 5423-27323).
Paul Scherrer Institute, Human Resources Management, Mariusz Prus, 5232 Villigen PSI, Switzerland.