The research consortium on
Solar Nitrogen Fixation
formed by the groups of V. Artero (CEA Grenoble, France), C. Bostedt and M. Chergui (EPF Lausanne, Switzerland), V. Krewald (TU Darmstadt, Germany) and S. Schneider (University of Göttingen, Germany) is inviting applications for :
- 2 PhD
- 2 postdoctoral positions
The aim of the consortium is to evaluate strategies for the development of molecular catalytic systems that use solar energy to convert nitrogen into ammonia, based on a mechanistic analysis of state-of-the-art N2 photoactivation complexes. Several approaches will be examined to design platforms that facilitate photodriven N2 splitting and proton coupled electron transfer for N–H bond formation, which define the thermochemical bottlenecks of nitrogen fixation. The successful candidates will work in close collaborative exchange between the involved groups with expertise in synthetic inorganic chemistry, electrochemistry, ultrafast spectroscopy and computational chemistry.
Each position has individual criteria and requirements. Please note that the administrative details, starting dates and application deadlines are specific to each position.