The Fritz Haber Institute (FHI) of the Max Planck Society for the Advancement of Science is among the internationally most renowned research institutions. With around 400 employees across five scientific departments and various service groups, the FHI is dedicated to exploring fundamental chemical and physical processes at surfaces, interfaces, clusters, molecules and nanostructures. The Institute’s scientists strive to continually work at the forefront of scientific knowledge, pushing the boundaries of experiments and simulations to expand our understanding. On its historic campus in Berlin-Dahlem, the FHI fosters an open and interdisciplinary work environment that encourages the exchange of ideas and supports the personal development of each individual.
The Theory department at the FHI is currently looking to fill
Several PhD positions (m/f/d)
in the newly established research group “Light Matter Interactions in Energy Materials” to advance our understanding in light-induced electronic and ionic transport processes in novel energy storage materials. You will apply and improve existing modeling capabilities for the realistic and efficient description of such processes by first-principles bleeding-edge electronic-structure methods. Further, we seek to develop/improve algorithms allowing the efficient and accurate description of excited states in large and largest systems.
A PhD or PostDoc position
to explore stability and functionality of novel 2D materials using Density Functional Theory and Machine Learning Interatomic Potentials. The position is part of a EU-funded project and carried out within a consortium in close collaboration with international experimental groups. The projects’ overarching goal is the successful synthesis of novel 2D semiconducting and insulating materials and their integration into proof-of-concept devices for nano- and opto-electronic applications.
The PhD positions are initially limited to three years, PostDoc positions start with an initial one-year contract with the possibility of further extension upon mutual agreement.
Your profile
- A Master degree (PhD positions) / a PhD (PostDoc positions) in natural sciences (i.e. Chemistry, Physics, or Materials Science) preferably with a specialization in theoretical or solid-state chemistry, heterogeneous catalysis, electrochemistry, or energy science.
- Experience in atomistic simulations with e.g. electronic-structure theory codes or interatomic potentials
- High eagerness to learn and master novel computational approaches.
- Experience in programming either with a high-level (e.g. Python) or low-level (Fortran/C++) language is highly desirable.
- Collaborative spirit, teamwork, and excellent English skills.
Your application
Please submit your application via our online application portal as soon as possible but latest by October 15th, 2024 including the following documents:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae
- Names and email addresses of at least three references
The successful candidates are expected to start as soon as possible.
For more information, please contact:
Dr. Matthias Kick (kick@fhi-berlin.mpg.de)
or Dr. Hendrik Heenen (heenen@fhi-berlin.mpg.de)
Theory Department, Fritz-Haber-Institut der Max-Planck-Gesellschaft, Faradayweg 4-6, 14195 Berlin
Max Planck Society
The Max Planck Society endeavors to achieve gender equality and diversity. Furthermore, the Max Planck Society aims to increase the participation of women in research. Therefore, applications by women are particularly welcome. The Max Planck Society is also committed to increasing the number of individuals with disabilities in its workforce and therefore encourages applications from such qualified individuals.
Berlin
The Fritz Haber Institute (FHI) is located in the quiet south-west of Germany’s capital Berlin, which is a large, tolerant, and cosmopolitan city. Berlin offers a wide variety of culture, art, music, and outdoor opportunities.
