Doctoral Researcher – Innovative Catalytic Materials for Green Hydrogen Production

2 weeks ago


TroisRivières, Canada Hydrogen Research Institute Full time

Company DescriptionGreen Hydrogen Lab (GH2Lab), Hydrogen Research Institute (HRI), University of Quebec at Trois-Rivières (UQTR), CanadaOur mission is to advance science and technology for the establishment of a sustainable energy system using Hydrogen particularly in the field of production, storage, safety, and use. The Hydrogen Research Institute (HRI) is a multidisciplinary team of over 50 people having at its disposal state-of-the-art equipment and laboratories. Laboratories at HRI specialise in design, synthesis, characterisation and testing of novel materials for renewable energy applications. The HRI was created in 1994. Professor Bruno G. Pollet is Director of the GH2Lab and Deputy Director of the HRI.Job DescriptionThis research will be performed in close collaboration between GH2Lab, HRI, UQTR, Canada and an industrial partner.We are looking for a highly motivated Doctoral Researcher in the field of Materials Sciences with an interest in either Electrochemistry, Photo(electro)chemistry, Fuel Cell or Electrolyser. The Doctoral Researcher should have a BSc or/and a Master’s degree in Chemistry, Materials Sciences, or closely related fields. This PhD project will focus on the development of new and improved catalyst materials for the next generation of hydrogen generating technologies.QualificationsMain tasksChemical synthesis and characterisation of novel catalytic materials.Electrochemical (CV, LSV, CA, CP, EIS etc.) and chemical characterisations of catalysts in various media/electrolytes.Use of voltammetry, amperometry, RDE, RRDE, low temperature fuel cell/electrolyser test stands etc.Physical characterisation techniques (TEM, SEM, BET, XRD, XPS, Identical Location Microscopy etc.).Other requirementsWriting papers, patents, and presenting the results at conferences.Writing progress reports.Excellent written and oral English.Project management skills desirable but not essential.Health and Safety Certificate desirable but not essential.French language skills desirable but not essential.Personal characteristicsProfessional.Good timekeeping.Observing and meeting deadlines.Eye for details.Team-player.Reading and responding to communications from the project team and other members of the University.Taking responsibility for their own career development.The successful candidate should be enthusiastic, highly motivated, disciplined, and willing to work both independently and with other researchers.The applicant should be a problem solver and results driven.The applicant should have good project management skills as well as an excellent command of English, both written and verbal as she/he will be expected to write research articles and deliver her/his findings at inter(national) conferences.Willing to travel internationally.Qualifications:BSc or/and MSc in Chemistry, Electrochemistry, Materials, or a similar discipline.Experience:CatalysisElectrocatalysisMaterial synthesis.Material characterization.Additional InformationWe offerExciting and stimulating opportunities in a strong international academic environment.An open and inclusive work environment with dedicated colleagues.This Doctoral Research position is fully funded by the GH2Lab at UQTR. The position includes a competitive stipend.Job Location:Mainly: Green Hydrogen Lab, Hydrogen Research Institute, University of Quebec at Trois-Rivières, 3351 Bd des Forges, QC G9A 5H7, CanadaDEADLINE: None - Open until filled.START DATE: September 2022/January 2023 #J-18808-Ljbffr



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