Chemist / Chemical Engineer - Catalytic Materials

Based on the existing social challenges and driven by the goals of sustainable development, the Fraunhofer Institute for Microtechnology and Microsystems IMM in Mainz, as a research and development service provider, focuses a large proportion of its employees on the topics of CLEAN ENERGY, SUSTAINABILITY and HEALTH across the business units ENERGY, CHEMISTRY and DIAGNOSTICS.

In the energy business unit, our interest is focused on current and future issues related to the mobile and decentralized provision and storage of electrical energy and the heat management of our energy generation systems.

Currently, our main focus is on the use of methanol and ammonia for hydrogen supply. The technology is based on micro-structured plate heat exchangers that can be used as chemical reactors when coated with catalysts.

The development work covers the entire technology chain in the areas of system design, process simulation, catalyst development, service life tests, reactor design, development of cost-effective manufacturing technologies, as well as system control, system integration and system testing.

In the catalyst technology group, our focus is on the development of new catalysts, the optimization of existing catalyst formulations with regard to conversion, selectivity and stability, and the coating of these materials on structured surfaces.

What you will do

• As part of a project team, you will develop solutions for tasks in the field of catalytic materials, in particular for the use of ammonia for hydrogen supply, the thermal utilization of ammonia-containing waste gas streams and the reduction of nitrogen oxides in waste gas streams.
• As a project manager of scientific-technical projects, you will be entrusted with the process planning, communication, monitoring and documentation of projects.
• Building on your expertise in the use of ammonia as an energy source and for hydrogen supply, you will be involved in the acquisition of new projects and will actively shape the development of this business area.
• In addition, you will prepare publications for scientific journals and actively participate in scientific conferences in the field of catalysis as well as trade fairs related to the business area.

What you bring to the table

• Completed scientific university degree in chemistry, chemical engineering or a comparable field of study, ideally with a PhD degree.
• In-depth knowledge in heterogeneous gas-phase catalysis, preferably supplemented by initial professional experience
• Basic knowledge in preparative manufacturing techniques, physicochemical characterization methods and experimental investigation methods for catalytic materials
• Interest in experimental work in a modern, application-oriented research and development environment and the desire to implement your own ideas in new technical solutions
• An independent, creative and analytical working style as well as team orientation
• Confident written and spoken German and English as well as strong communication skills

What you can expect

• A challenging, exciting and varied scientific role with a high level of industry and practical relevance, as well as insights into different research and development topics in a wide range of projects
• An interdisciplinary team with highly motivated, creative and experienced employees in a dynamic, professional and solution-oriented environment of applied research and development
• A pleasant working atmosphere, scope for innovative ideas within your own research area, and support for publications to build your reputation and visibility in science and industry
• A modern IT (SAP S / 4HANA) and laboratory and pilot plant infrastructure
• Active support in balancing work and family life (including dual career service, flexible working hours, opportunities for mobile working, flextime and bridge day arrangements, parent-and-child office, emergency care for children and relatives via an external service provider, TALENTA program for female scientists, etc.)
• An outstanding training and professional development culture with a wide range of opportunities for professional and personal development, e.

g. participation in conferences, workshops, internal training and development programs, as well as regular contact and exchange with professional colleagues and renowned partners from science and industry.

Fair pay in accordance with the public sector wage agreement (TVöD Bund) with performance-related and success-based variable remuneration components, company pension scheme (VBL) and allowance for the Deutschland-Ticket Jobticket

Promoting equal opportunities for our employees is an important goal at Fraunhofer. We support the professional development of women in our institute, for example through the Fraunhofer TALENTA’ career program, and strongly encourage you to apply.

We value and promote the diversity of our employees' skills and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of age, gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, ideology, disability, sexual orientation and identity.

Severely disabled persons are given preference in the event of equal suitability.

The position is initially limited to 2 years. The weekly working time is 39 hours. This position is also available on a part-time basis.

Appointment, remuneration and social security benefits based on the public-sector collective wage agreement (TVöD).

With its focus on developing key technologies that are vital for the future and enabling the commercial utilization of this work by business and industry, Fraunhofer plays a central role in the innovation process.

As a pioneer and catalyst for groundbreaking developments and scientific excellence, Fraunhofer helps shape society now and in the future.

Have we sparked your interest? Then apply online now with your complete and meaningful application documents, stating the next possible starting date and your salary expectations.

We look forward to meeting you!

If you have any questions about this position, please contact :

David Weidert

Human Resources

Telefon +49 6131 990-189

Fraunhofer Institute for Microengineering and Microsystems IMM

Requisition Number : 75983