The CRC 1487 “Iron, upgraded!” is based in the Department of Chemistry and brings together interdisciplinary research from chemistry with further participation from materials science, mechanical engineering, and physics.
The CRC 1487 addresses a fundamental question: How does the chemical environment of iron affect its properties? A fundamental understanding of this question will enable iron to be developed for new fields of application in the long term, replacing critical or rare elements such as platinum or neodymium. With this research, the CRC contributes to resource conservation and sustainability. You can find more detailed information about CRC 1487 on the homepage http://www.chemie.tu-darmstadt.de/iron-upgraded.
In the CRC 1487, you will work in an interdisciplinary and international team that thrives on different perspectives and experiences. The participating groups are closely networked, and there are also many opportunities for cooperation both locally and internationally. In addition, the CRC offers stays abroad and supports doctoral students with a wide range of training opportunities, including qualifications in research data management.
We place particular importance on an appreciative, supportive team culture that focuses on collaborative work, open dialogue, and mutual encouragement. We view research as a cooperative process and create an environment in which different backgrounds, working methods, and career paths can be productively integrated and further developed. We particularly welcome applications from women, people with a migration background, people with disabilities, first-generation academics, and trans*, inter*, and queer individuals. The compatibility of work and family life is an important value within the CRC.
Subproject A02 is based on close collaboration with the research groups led by Profs. Ulrike Kramm and Christian Hess. The goal of the work in Prof. Armbrüster’s research group is to investigate modified iron-based molybdates using operando X-ray diffraction during the oxidative dehydrogenation of ethanol and propane. The recorded material changes are correlated with the observed catalytic properties in order to derive reliable structure-function relationships.
Your tasks
Participation in the above-mentioned research project
Characterization of catalytic materials using operando powder diffraction
Investigation of catalytic behavior in the oxidative dehydrogenation of ethanol and propane
Documentation and presentation of the results
You have
A curiosity for the natural sciences and an analytical mindset
An above-average scientific college degree (Diplom or Master’s) in chemistry or a comparable field
A strong interest in interdisciplinary, experimental work and method development
In addition, you bring:
Solid knowledge of inorganic solid-state chemistry, heterogeneous catalysis, and/or X-ray diffraction is an asset
The ability to read and write research papers in English, present scientific results in English and German, and participate in team discussions in English and German.
Proficiency in MS Office
Personally, you stand out because of:
A proactive approach to collaborative learning and teaching is essential. We value communication within the SFB and are looking for new members who appreciate collegial exchange
We expect active engagement with the SFB through participation in organizational tasks, the presentation of research results, and scientific publications
Application deadline: 6 August 2026
For more information and to apply visit https://www.career.tu-darmstadt.de/tu-darmstadt/job/56235
