Research Engineer - Materials for Solid Oxide Cells

Research Engineer - Materials for Solid Oxide Cells

(Ref.01.23.01)

Job Reference: Ref.01.23.01

Employer: International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory (INL)

Location: Braga, Portugal

Group/Unit: Nanochemistry

Number of Vacancies:1

Employment Type: Full time

Contract Duration:44months

Open Date for Applications:January 9th, 2023

Closing Date for Applications:February 8th, 2023, 23h00m (Lisbon Time)

Key words:#synthesis, #nanomaterials, #perovskites, #oxides,#fabrication, #electrodes, #cathode, #anode, #materials properties, #SOFC, #SOE, #SOC

Overview

The Nanochemistry Research Group at the International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory is dedicated to answering fundamental questions of chemistry, catalysis, and materials scienceinimportant energy and environmental challenges.

We are looking fora qualifiedResearch Engineer to join our dynamic team in the synthesis, fabrication, and characterization of novel electrode materials for Solid Oxide Fuel Cells (SOFC) as well as Solid Oxide Electrolysers(SOE)under collaborativeHorizon-Europe-funded KNOWSKITE-X project with the grant no. 101091534.

Job Duties

The job duties will be the following:

1.     Benchmark and synthetize novel materials for Solid Oxide Cells

2.     Research on the associated electrode fabrication and electrochemistry

3.     Characterization of the produced materials and electrodes

4.     Writing scientific reports and papers based on the obtained results

MandatoryQualifications

Education

• MSc degree in Natural Sciences, Engineering, or related areas.

Experience

• Hands-on experience in chemistry and laboratory work;

• Hands-on experience in characterisation techniques.

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of chemical synthesis basics;

• Knowledge of perovskite and oxide materials.

Other Skills

• Attention to details, good observation skills;

• Good project and time management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in electrochemistry is a plus;

• Experience in Solid Oxide Cells, such as SOFC & SOE, is a plus.

Personal Skills

• Excellent team player in multidisciplinary environment;

• Good writing, organisation and communication skills;

• Strive to contribute with new ideas

Our Benefits

• Competitive salary;

• Tax benefits and other Diplomatic privileges;

• Private health insurance;

• Family allowances (according to family situation);

• Free nursery service at INL premises (subject to availability);

• Support for education fees of dependent children;

• Relocation support;

• 30 working days of annual leave.

How to Apply

The application must be in English and include thefollowingmandatory documents:

a)     Cover letter

b)     Curriculum Vitae

c)      Academic and/or Professional diplomas

Online application instructions:

Important note:

Incomplete applications including the failure to provide mandatory documents or providing inaccurate information will result in the application not being considered.

How the Selection Process works
 

A. Applications eligibility check

This stage will be carried out on the basis of the mandatory requirements, education, experience and technical skills defined for the job, as well as the validation of the mandatory documents. Only candidates who meet the eligibility criteria will move forward to the next stage.

B. CV Assessment

The Selection Committee will evaluate the eligible applications based on their CV and other submitted documents and the suitability for the position. The best ranked candidates will be shortlisted for the interview stage(s).

C. Interview(s)

The interview(s) may be done in different formats:video recording, online or onsite.

The question based interview will evaluate the match between the candidate’s profile and the requirements for the position, including the technical and personal skills. To better support this stage, the candidate may be requested to prepare a short presentation.

D. Nomination

The selected candidate will be nominated and formally offered the position, including the disclosure of the contractual conditions. 

Additional Information

Application feedback

We highly value your interest in becoming part of the INL experience and it is important for us to maintain good communications with all candidates. No matter the outcome of your application, we will always provide you with feedback.

Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Principle

INL follows a non-discrimination and equal access principle, wherefore no candidate can be privileged, benefited, impaired or deprived of any rights whatsoever, or be exempt of and duties based on any possible discriminatory issues.

The advertisement deadline may be extended at any time without previous notice in order to improve the suitability and effectiveness of the recruitment process.

About INL

The International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory – INL ( http://www.inl.int ), is the first and only Intergovernmental Organisation in the world entirely focused on Nanoscience and Nanotechnology.

It was founded under an international legal framework to perform interdisciplinary research, deploy and communicate nanotechnology for the benefit of society. INL aims to be a recognised leading global nanotechnology innovation hub.