PhD Position in Semiconductor-based Photocatalysis at University of Zurich
PhD Position

PhD Position in Semiconductor-based Photocatalysis for Solar-Driven Chemical Transformations

University of Zurich Zurich, Switzerland Start: Fall 2026 (flexible) Funded PhD Position
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About This Research Opportunity

The University of Zurich is recruiting a highly motivated PhD student to join a research project focused on semiconductor-based photocatalysis for solar-driven chemical transformations.

The project spans the development of advanced materials for efficient water splitting as well as value-added redox chemistry, contributing to sustainable energy solutions and green chemical processes.

This position offers an excellent opportunity to work at the exciting interface of materials science, semiconductor physics, and energy-relevant catalysis.

What You Will Work On

  • Design, synthesis, and characterization of semiconductor-based photocatalytic materials
  • Investigation of solar-driven water splitting and redox reactions
  • Electrochemical and photoelectrochemical performance evaluation
  • Advanced material characterization and mechanistic studies

Who Should Apply

  • MSc degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, or a closely related field
  • Strong interest in semiconductors, photocatalysis, or electrochemistry
  • Good experimental skills and enthusiasm for materials synthesis and characterization
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a research team

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should apply through the official University of Zurich application portal:

Apply Here → https://lnkd.in/eQBP68yh

Note: Please mention your interest in semiconductor-based photocatalysis in your application. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

University of Zurich

The University of Zurich is one of Switzerland’s leading research universities, known for its strong programs in natural sciences and interdisciplinary research in energy and materials chemistry.

Zurich offers an excellent international research environment with state-of-the-art facilities and close collaborations with other top institutions in Europe.

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