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Do you want to contribute to a sustainable future based on the solid oxide electrolysis cell technology? At the Department of Energy Conversion and Storage (DTU Energy) at the Technical University of Denmark our research is targeting exactly this, and we are looking for a new PhD student.
Responsibilities and qualifications
Electrolysis and power-to-X (P2X) will be key energy technologies in the green transition, as they will be essential for us to replace fossils. The solid oxide electrolysis technology is a key very promising technology because of the high efficiency and hereby lower operational cost. The technology is now being upscaled at a dramatic pace, also at Genvia. While the solid oxide electrolysis technology is the most efficient electrolysis technology, we yet have to explore and understand the different opportunities for the usage of it.
One of the uses and another advantage of the technology is that it can be used for so-called co-eletrolysis, i.e. convert green CO2 and water steam into a syngas (CO and H2), which can be used to produce various carbon-based green chemicals. This can be done at a very high efficiency and thus have a potential to save the world an enormous amount of energy, given the vast amount of green chemicals needed (e.g. for plastics).
Co-electrolysis is however not very well understood on several points; 1) the interplay between electro-chemical and chemical reactions in the electro-chemical cells, 2) the degradation of the cells when impurities are in the feed streams, 3) the point of so-called carbon deposition leading to a fast break down of the cells. Given a good understanding of these things opportunities for improving the technology can be formulated.
In this PhD project you will work on a further understanding of the solid oxide electrolysis technology with a special focus on co-electrolysis. You will a) learn how to characterize electrochemical cells with state-of-the-art methods such as electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS), b) use new segmented cell test setups for studying the degradation of Genvia’s cells at different conditions, c) use advanced microscopy on the tested cells to understand the behind lying degradation mechanisms, d) develop models for the electro-chemistry and the degradation.
The PhD project will be offered in collaboration with Genvia, who is a French joint venture (between SLB, CEA, Vinci, Vicat and Region Occitanie) working on development, production and operation of solid oxide electrolysis.
You should thus have:
- A master's degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science, physics or similar.
- Be excellent in establishing an overview and take responsibility.
- Ability to work independently, to plan and carry out complex tasks.
- Good communication skills in English, both written and spoken.
- Communication skills in French would be helpful but not a requirement.
- Knowledge/experience on the subjects of electrochemical characterization and/or CO2 electrochemical reduction is further advantageous, but not a requirement.
- Appetite for performing both experimental and modeling tasks.
Approval and Enrolment
The scholarship for the PhD degree is subject to academic approval, and the candidate will be enrolled in one of the general degree programmes at DTU. For information about our enrolment requirements and the general planning of the PhD study programme, please see DTU's rules for the PhD education
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Assessment
The assessment of the applicants will be made by Henrik Lund Frandsen, Anke Hagen and Peter Vang Hendriksen (DTU), and GENVIA’s HR recruitment process.
We offer
DTU is a leading technical university globally recognized for the excellence of its research, education, innovation and scientific advice. We offer a rewarding and challenging job in an international environment. We strive for academic excellence in an environment characterized by collegial respect and academic freedom tempered by responsibility.
Salary and appointment terms
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union.
The period of employment is 3 years.
Further information
Further information may be obtained from Professor Henrik Lund Frandsen, hlfr@dtu.dk
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You can read more about DTU Energy and Genvia at www.energy.dtu.dk and www.genvia.com .
If you are applying from abroad, you may find useful information on working in Denmark and at DTU at DTU – Moving to Denmark . Furthermore, you have the option of joining our monthly free seminar “PhD relocation to Denmark and startup “Zoom” seminar ” for all questions regarding the practical matters of moving to Denmark and working as a PhD at DTU.
Application procedure
Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 4 February 2024 (23:59 Danish time).
We will evaluate applications and call selected applicants for interview after the deadline.
Applications must be submitted as one PDF file containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply, please open the link "Apply now", fill out the online application form, and attach all your materials in English in one PDF file . The file must include:
- A letter motivating the application (cover letter)
- Curriculum vitae
- Grade transcripts and BSc/MSc diploma (in English) including official description of grading scale
Incomplete applications will not be considered. You may apply prior to obtaining your master's degree but cannot begin before having received it.
All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply.
About DTU Energy and Genvia
The Department of Energy Conversion and Storage (DTU Energy) is focusing on functional materials and their application in sustainable energy technology. Our research areas include fuel cells, electrolysis, solar cells, electromechanical converters, sustainable synthetic fuels, and batteries. The Department, which has more than 200 employees, was founded in 2012. Additional information about the department can be found on www.energy.dtu.dk
Genvia is a Clean Hydrogen Technology Venture created to enable individual organisations, industries and nations to meet their goals for decarbonization by accelerating affordable clean hydrogen production, energy storage and fuel applications at scale. By providing cost-effective access to high-performance electrolyser (SOEC), Genvia will support heavy industry to decarbonise processes and achieve emissions targets. Genvia also enables energy providers to offer decarbonised electricity to consumers where and when they need it.
Technology for people
DTU develops technology for people. With our international elite research and study programmes, we are helping to create a better world and to solve the global challenges formulated in the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Hans Christian Ørsted founded DTU in 1829 with a clear mission to develop and create value using science and engineering to benefit society. That mission lives on today. DTU has 13,500 students and 6,000 employees. We work in an international atmosphere and have an inclusive, evolving, and informal working environment. DTU has campuses in all parts of Denmark and in Greenland, and we collaborate with the best universities around the world.
INFORMATIONER OM STILLINGEN:
- Arbejdspladsen ligger i:
Lyngby-Taarbæk Kommune
-Virksomheden tilbyder:
-Arbejdsgiver:
Danmarks Tekniske Universitet, Anker Engelunds Vej, 2800 Kongens Lyngby
-Ansøgning:
Ansøgningsfrist: 04-02-2024; - ansøgningsfristen er overskredet
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