Master thesis
Deutsches Biomasseforschungszentrum DBFZ
04347 Leipzig
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Overview
- Master thesis position at Deutsches Biomasseforschungszentrum in Leipzig.
- The topic focuses on kinetic investigation of the wet oxidation of hydrothermal process water within the context of hydrothermal liquefaction (HTL).
Tasks
- Literature research into the catalysis of the oxidation of organic compounds by heteropolyacids
- Production of biocrude and process water on a 0.5 L scale
- Planning and carrying out experiments on wet oxidation on a laboratory scale (20 mL)
- Evaluation using bulk parameters and detailed analysis
- Development of a kinetic model to describe degradation of selected compounds
Requirements
- B. Sc. Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or comparable
- Interest in kinetic modelling
- Structured, independent and accurate work
- Proficiency in English and/or German
Benefits
- A good professional introduction to the topic with support in processing tasks
- A family-friendly, modern working environment in a collegial atmosphere
- Technically well-equipped workplace and advanced laboratory, with the possibility to work remotely
- Good public transport connections
Conditions
- POSSIBLE START: 01.07.2025
- DURATION: 24 Weeks (flexible)
- WORKPLACE: Deutsches Biomasseforschungszentrum, Torgauer Straße 116, 04347 Leipzig
- CONTACT: Klüpfel, Christian; +49-341-2434-436; christian.kluepfel@dbfz.de
Application
- YOUR APPLICATION: Please apply with your convincing application including a letter of motivation and a current certificate of enrolment (only 1 attachment possible, preferably as pdf, max. 5 MB).
- E-Mail: bewerbung@dbfz.de
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