OpenFieldIEC Doctoral Research Position in High-Temperature Gasification & Synthesis Gas
Fully salaried doctoral appointment (TV-L E13) investigating high-temperature entrained-flow gasification of circular carbon feedstocks and catalytic reforming kinetics.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Master of Science in chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, or energy technology with top marks
- English language proficiency
- English B2/C1 or German B2
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Master thesis abstract, scientific CV, and statement of research methodology
- Recommendation letters
- Two letters of recommendation from engineering professors
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Full scientific employment salary (TV-L E13, approx. €52,000–€58,000 annually) plus pilot-plant testing budget
- Application fee
- €0 application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- Salaried doctoral candidacy
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- April 30, 2027 (Summer Intake)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-16
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Institute of Energy Process Engineering and Chemical Engineering documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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