Research Fellow (Postdoc) – Lithium metal anodes for high-energy-density batteries (RRP.12.39.19.4)

INL, Portugal

Updated: 4 months ago
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 28 Jan 2024

28 Dec 2023
Job Information
Organisation/Company

INL
Department

Human Resources
Research Field

Chemistry
Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)
Recognised Researcher (R2)
Country

Portugal
Application Deadline

28 Jan 2024 - 23:00 (Europe/Lisbon)
Type of Contract

Temporary
Job Status

Full-time
Hours Per Week

40
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

Job Reference: RRP.12.39.19.4

Employer: International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory (INL)

Location: Braga, Portugal

Group/Unit: Nanomaterials for Energy Storage and Conversion

Number of Vacancies: 1

Employment Type: Full time

Contract Duration: 21 months

 

Open Date for Applications: December 28th , 2023

Closing Date for Applications: January 28th , 2024, 23h00m (Lisbon Time)

 

Overview

The Nanomaterials for Energy Storage and Conversion Research Group conducts both fundamental and application-oriented research on new nanomaterials and nanostructures that can be used for energy storage and conversion.

We are looking for a qualified Research Fellow to join our team in the project “Lithium-based compounds for battery components”, under the PRR framework, under the New Generation Storage Agenda.        

 

Job Duties

The job duties will be the following:

  • Performing the R&D activities as planned in the project;
  • Collaborating with other academic and industry partners within the consortium on joint R&D;
  • Regularly reporting to supervisor and project leader(s) on R&D progress;
  • Publishing project results and communicating the results in project/professional meetings;
  • Engaging in other project dissemination activities.

 

Mandatory Qualifications

Education

  • PhD in Electrochemistry, Materials Chemistry, Materials Science and Engineering, Nanotechnology or other related field.

 

Experience and Technical Skills

  • Hands-on experience in alkali metal batteries, particularly in lithium metal anodes;
  • Extensive knowledge of battery chemistry and performance assessment;
  • Track-record on alkali metal batteries, preferably on lithium metal anodes (e.g., artificial SEI, dendrite mitigation), in the form of scientific publications and/or patents as the leading author;
  • Competences in project results dissemination (e.g., publications in scientific journals and presentations at professional meetings).

 

Preferred Qualifications

Technical Skills

  • Knowledge of mechanical/electrochemical engineering for large-scale fabrication of lithium metal anodes.

 

 

Personal Skills

  • Hands-on” approach together with a high commitment in respecting working deadlines;
  • Problem Solving ability;
  • Customer orientation;
  • Ability to work independently and as team player;
  • Good communication skills.

 

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 the following mandatory documents:

  • Cover letter;
  • Curriculum Vitae;
  • Academic and/or Professional diplomas;
  • Recognition of academic degrees (only academic degrees awarded by non-Portuguese higher education institutions) *

    • *The selected candidate(s) with an academic degree granted by a non-Portuguese higher education institution must present, for hiring purposes, the certificate of recognition of that degree(s), issued by the Portuguese Directorate General for Higher Education or by a Portuguese Public Higher Education Institution. Please consult the website of the Portuguese Directorate General for Higher Education: https://www.dges.gov.pt/en .

     

    Online application instructions:

  • The application is made online by clicking the “Apply” button below;
  • The candidate must complete all required sections of the online application form;
  • The candidate must submit the mandatory documents mentioned above in pdf format by including them in the “Additional files” section using the “Add portfolio” button.

    • 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.


    Requirements
    Research Field
    Chemistry
    Education Level
    PhD or equivalent

    Languages
    ENGLISH
    Level
    Excellent

    Additional Information
    Work Location(s)
    Number of offers available
    1
    Company/Institute
    INL - International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory
    Country
    Portugal
    City
    Braga
    Geofield


    Where to apply
    Website

    https://app.jobvite.com/j?cj=oTFDlfwg&s=Euraxess

    Contact
    City

    Braga
    Website

    http://inl.int
    Street

    Av. Mestre José Veiga, S/N
    Postal Code

    4715-330

    STATUS: EXPIRED

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