The Max Planck Institute for Chemical Energy Conversion (MPI CEC) in Mülheim an der Ruhr studies fundamental chemical processes for energy storage in chemical molecules.
The Department for Electrosynthesis of Prof. Dr. Siegfried R. Waldvogel is working toward greener production processes as well as new screening and optimization strategies.
For work in our laboratories in Mülheim an der Ruhr, we are looking for a
The position is available immediately and is initially limited to six months, with the possibility of extension within a follow-up project.
Design and construction of a continuous flow setup for electrochemical reactions
Developing a user interface for self-learning optimization campaigns
Interface-role to other sub-projects of the cluster and preparation of their results for the own sub-project
Information and communication within the project
Completed Bachelor’s degree in natural sciences or engineering with a focus on (organic) chemistry, physics, chemical engineering or process engineering
Enrollment in a Master’s program at a German university or university of applied sciences is required
Preferably relevant work experience in the fields of chemistry, physics, or engineering
Experience in dealing with instrumental analytics, analysis and interpretation of big data sets as well as simulation and programming advantageous
Teamwork, good communication and presentation skills
Very good knowledge of the English language (spoken and written) is necessary. Basic knowledge of German is an advantage
We are looking for a self-motivated personality with independent, target-oriented, and systematic operation. High degrees of self-initiative, creativity and collaborative skills are prerequisites.
We offer an international and dynamic working environment at a renowned research institute. Compensation for students holding a Bachelor’s degree is €15.61 per hour. Working hours are up to 20 hours per week.
The Max-Planck Society is committed to increasing the number of individuals with disabilities in its workforce and therefore encourages applications from such qualified individuals. Furthermore, the Max Planck Society seeks to increase the number of women in those areas where they are underrepresented and therefore explicitly encourages women to apply.
Please send your application with all relevant documents (CV, letter of recommendation, certificate of enrolment, Bachelor’s degree certificate, transcript of records) preferably by email (as pdf document) with the subject “SB007” by June 19, 2026 to:
Max Planck Institute for Chemical Energy Conversion
Dr. Sebastian Beil
Stiftstr. 34-36
45470 Mülheim an der Ruhr
E-Mail: henning.klingen(at)cec.mpg.de
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