Within the Programme “Advanced Engineering Materials“ in the Research Area „Key Technologies“ of the Helmholtz Association, GKSS develops functionalised nanostructured polymers for applications in the light-weight applications. The focus of the PhD work is on modification of nanoparticles by controlled polymerisation techniques. Additionally, the nanoparticles will be compounded and the nanocomposites will be characterised. 

Our Institute possesses a large variety of modern equipment for the areas of polymer characterisation, polymer processing, mechanical testing and membrane technology.

As successful applicant, you should have an excellent college/university degree in macromolecular chemistry or material science and have a good expertise in the field of characterisation and synthesis of macromolecules, as well as experience in polymer synthesis and characterisation. Experience in the areas of polymer composites or nanocomposites are desired. The applicant shall present a high degree of self-motivation, enthusiasm, good soft skills and communication skills as well as a target oriented working profile in an interdisciplinary research field.

We offer an appropriate salary, related to TV-AVH as well as the usual public sector social benefits.

As the GKSS Research Centre is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centres it offers excellent options for scientific working and by its distinct PhD network an attractive scientific environment. The GKSS is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer seeking to increase the proportion of female faculty members. Qualified women are therefore especially encouraged to apply. Handicapped persons with equivalent qualifications will be preferred.

If you have interest in the position in our modern research centre, please send your detailed application with reference to

Code-no. 2009/PM 1

to the:

GKSS Science Centre Geesthacht GmbH
Personnel Division
Max-Planck-Straße 1
21502 Geesthacht 

or via mail to:

The closing date for applications is April, 17, 2009.