Postdoctoral researcher for metal anodes

Updated: 25 days ago
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 30 Apr 2024

4 Apr 2024
Job Information
Organisation/Company

CIC ENERGIGUNE
Department

R&D
Research Field

Chemistry
Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)
Established Researcher (R3)
Country

Spain
Application Deadline

30 Apr 2024 - 15:23 (Europe/Madrid)
Type of Contract

Temporary
Job Status

Full-time
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 DESCRIPTION:

CIC energiGUNE is recruiting a researcher with expertise on metal anodes. The candidate will be part of a multidisciplinary environment at CIC energiGUNE and will contribute to a state-of-the-art project with an industrial partner aiming to develop safe and efficient lithium metal anodes for lithium metal batteries (LMBs).

Job functions:

  • Study of interphases and interfaces on LMBs
  • Understanding of the degradation mechanisms of lithium metal anodes by advanced characterization techniques
  • Development of artificial SEI (ASEI)
  • Electrochemical characterization of LMBs

 

Area: Electrochemical energy storage  (EES)


Requirements
Research Field
Chemistry
Education Level
PhD or equivalent

Specific Requirements

CANDIDATE PROFILE:

  • PhD in Electrochemistry, Materials Science or similar. Applications with Doctor of Engineering with specialization in interphases and/or electrochemistry are also welcome
  • Strong knowledge in interphase analysis on batteries.
  • Strong knowledge in electrochemistry.
  • Critical thinker and problem solver with preffered interest in technology transfer.
  • Expertise on the development of artificial SEIs.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills in English are essential.

 

The following additional experience and skills will be highly valued:

  • Expertise in Lithium metal batteries.
  • Experience in anodeless cell concept development.
  • Characterization techniques, such as SEM and/or XPS.
  • A team player who can collaborate with other groups, technical centers, and industries.

Languages
ENGLISH
Level
Excellent

Research Field
Chemistry
Years of Research Experience
1 - 4

Additional Information
Benefits

WHAT WE OFFER:

  • We are offering a 3-year contract and advantageous professional development opportunities with the possibility of renewal based upon satisfactory job performance, continuing availability of funds, and ongoing operational needs.
  • Flexible working hours and with on-site work model with the option to eventually telework.
  • Full access to cutting-edge laboratory facilities and characterization platforms.
  • The incorporation to a top research center in Europe that makes high quality research and impactful contributions to the energy and sustainability fields.
  • Professional and personal development: opportunity to attend seminars, international conferences, trainings, etc.
  • Integrated, enthusiastic, international and multidisciplinary environment.
  • A welcome program that offers help with finding accommodation and addresses other aspects to help you integrate into the local environment (such as free language courses, assistance with the administrative procedures, help with schools for children…).

For more information: https://cicenergigune.com/en/work-with-us


Selection process

TO APPLY:

All applicants are invited to submit their application a detailed curriculum vitae along with a motivation letter at this website: https://cicenergigune.com/en/employment-opportunities/105580448  

 

The selection process ends once the candidate is selected.

 

CIC energiGUNE is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity, and the diversity of its workforce.


Additional comments

DESCRIPTION OF THE INSTITUTION:

  • WHO ARE WE? https://cicenergigune.com/en/who-are-we
  • WHERE ARE WE? https://cicenergigune.com/en/welcome
  • OUR FACILITIES: https://cicenergigune.com/en/platforms-facilities
  • EES RESEARCH GROUPS: https://cicenergigune.com/en/electrochemical-storage-research-groups
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For more details on CIC energiGUNE's research activities please visit our website at http://www.cicenergigune.com .


Website for additional job details

https://cicenergigune.com/en/employment-opportunities/105580448

Work Location(s)
Number of offers available
1
Company/Institute
CIC energiGUNE
Country
Spain
Geofield


Where to apply
Website

https://cicenergigune.com/en/employment-opportunities/105580448

Contact
State/Province

Álava
City

Vitoria-Gasteiz
Website

http://www.cicenergigune.com
Street

Calle Txalaparta 18, 4 C
Postal Code

01006
E-Mail

[email protected]

STATUS: EXPIRED

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