PhD Student in Bubble Dynamics in Water Electrolysis at HZDR 2026

The Department of Fluid Dynamics Resource Technology Processes is looking for a PhD Student for bubble dynamics in water electrolysis. The position is subject to project approval.

The Institute is conducting basic and applied research in the fields of thermo-fluid dynamics and magnetohydrodynamics in order to improve the sustainability, the energy efficiency and the safety of industrial processes.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Application Documents
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineJune 30, 2026
• Study LevelPhD
• SponsorHelmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

• A vibrant research community in an open, diverse and international work environment
• Scientific excellence and extensive professional networking opportunities
• A structured PhD program with a comprehensive range of continuing education and networking opportunities
• Salary and social benefits in accordance with the collective agreement for the public sector (TVöD-Bund) including 30 days of paid holiday leave, company pension scheme (VBL)
• We support a good work-life balance with the possibility of part-time employment, mobile working and flexible working hours
• Numerous company health management offerings
• Employee discounts with well-known providers via the platform Corporate Benefits
• An employer subsidy for the "Deutschland-Ticket Jobticket"

Requirements

• Completed university studies (Master/Diploma) in the field of Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering, Chemistry, Physics or related fields
• Very good knowledge of Electrochemistry and Optical Measurements
• Ability to cooperate across disciplines in an international environment
• Independent, structured and target oriented way of working
• Team work ability in an international group
• Software skills in Python and Matlab
• Excellent English skills
• Basic German skills

Application Documents

• Cover letter
• CV
• Diplomas/Transcripts

Check also:
2026 Fully Funded Humboldt Research Fellowship
2026 Konrad Adenauer Foundation Scholarship

Application Deadline

How To Apply

• Aplications are made via the Appplication Portal.

For more information, kindly visit the HZDR webpage.