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PhD position in electrochemical device development
KU Leuven

PhD position in electrochemical device development

2026-07-01 (Europe/Brussels)
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Om arbejdsgiveren

KU Leuven is an autonomous university. It was founded in 1425. It was born of and has grown within the Catholic tradition.

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The SIEM (Surface and Interface Engineered Materials) research group of the Materials Engineering Department is active in the field of processing and characterization of biomaterials, biomaterials in tissue engineering, nanomaterials, powder metallurgy, ceramics, electronic thin film materials for energy and sensing, electrochemistry, and materials for energy storage and conversion.
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Project

Within SIEMs, a PhD student will be hired to develop innovative electrocatalytic materials for electrolyzer technology to produce sustainable chemical feedstocks. The key objective is to integrate hydrogen production with the electrochemical conversion of waste plastics into value-added chemicals in an electrolyzer system. The student will carry out systematic experimental investigations, supported by theoretical analysis from collaborators, to design and develop multimetallic electrocatalysts. The reseach will involve review of the scientific literature, technical discussions within the research team, and experimental work. Key experimental activities can include electrocatalyst synthesis, electrochemical testing, product analysis, and comprehensive materials characterization using advanced techniques. Finally, the project seeks to deliver fundamental insights and practical solutions for sustainable electrochemical energy conversion technologies. 

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We are looking for a motivated student with a master's degree in chemistry, physics, or a closely related field, preferably with some knowledge of catalysis/nanoscience/electrochemistry. We expect you to be a good team player willing to share knowledge and play an active role in building the team. We also value your networking skills, persistence, and passion for science.  

Offer

You will join a collaborative, supportive and dynamic team of researchers. A 4-year PhD scholarship will be provided. You will work in Leuven, a historic and multicultural city located in the heart of Europe. 

Interested?

For more information please contact Prof. dr. Vishal Jose, mail: [email protected]

KU Leuven strives for an inclusive, respectful and socially safe environment. We embrace diversity among individuals and groups as an asset. Open dialogue and differences in perspective are essential for an ambitious research and educational environment. In our commitment to equal opportunity, we recognize the consequences of historical inequalities. We do not accept any form of discrimination based on, but not limited to, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, ethnic or national background, skin colour, religious and philosophical diversity, neurodivergence, employment disability, health, or socioeconomic status. For questions about accessibility or support offered, we are happy to assist you at this email address.

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PhD position in electrochemical device development
Arbejdsgiver
Beliggenhed
Oude Markt 13 Leuven, Belgien
Publiceret
2026-01-12
Ansøgningsfrist
2026-07-01 23:59 (Europe/Brussels)
2026-07-01 23:59 (CET)
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