Research Assistant (m-w-d)

External Job Announcement Reg.-Nr. 5-12925/24-D

A future with tradition - shaping science: Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg (MLU) offers a wide range of subjects in the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences and medicine. The oldest and largest university in Saxony-Anhalt was founded in 1817 from the merger of the universities in Wittenberg (1502) and Halle (1694). Today it has 340 professors and 20,000 students. Its research focuses on the material and life sciences, the Enlightenment and social and cultural research.

The Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg, Faculty of Natural Sciences II, Institute of Physics, is seeking to fill the position of a research assistant, initially limited until 31 December 2027, at the earliest possible date, a Research Assistant (m-w-d) to be filled part-time (50 %).

Depending on the tasks assigned and fulfilment of the personal requirements, remuneration will be paid up to pay group 13 TV-L.

Work tasks:

1. Scientific work on project B6, "Batteries made from sustainable materials"
2. Planning and conducting electrochemical experiments for advanced electrodes in post-Li/Na batteries
3. Conduct innovative research in electrode synthesis, structural optimization, and high-tech characterization techniques
4. Mechanistic studies of battery degradation and performance enhancement
5. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of researchers and industry partners
6. Preparation of scientific publications and patents

The opportunity to gain your own academic qualification as part of a doctorate is given.

Requirements:

1. A completed scientific university degree (Master’s, Diploma, or equivalent) in natural sciences, engineering, electrochemistry, materials science, physics, chemistry, or a related field.
2. Experience with experimental techniques such as SEM, TEM, XRD, or battery testing is advantageous
3. Scientific curiosity for elucidating the bottlenecks of state-of-the-art next generations battery materials and designs
4. Ability for scientifically rigorous, target-oriented, organized, and independent work
5. Good communication and teamwork skills, inventiveness, and a proactive hands-on approach are essential qualifications
6. Applicants are expected to contribute to a safe and inclusive working environment
7. Good English language skills

Applications from severely disabled persons with equal aptitude and qualifications will be given preferential consideration. Women are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants with a degree that was not obtained at a German university must submit a Statement of Comparability for Foreign Higher Education Qualifications from the Central Office for Foreign Education (https://www.kmk.org/zab/central-office-forforeign-education) as proof of equivalence.

If you have any questions, please contact Prof. Dr. Ralf Wehrspohn, Tel. 0345 55 28518, e-mail ralf.wehrspohn@physik.uni-halle.de.

Please send your application with the usual documents to Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg, Faculty of Natural Sciences II Institute of Physics, Prof. Dr Ralf Wehrspohn, 06099 Halle (Saale) by 14 February 2025, quoting reg. no. 5-12925/24-D.

Please send your application documents preferably by e-mail (one pdf document) to ralf.wehrspohn@physik.uni-halle.de.

The call for applications is subject to any budgetary restrictions. Application costs will not be reimbursed by Martin Luther University. Application documents will only be returned if a sufficiently stamped envelope is enclosed. An electronic application is welcome.