Postdoctoral researcher in nanomaterials for metal-ion capacitors

3 Feb 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

CIC energiGUNE

Research Field

Chemistry

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)
Established Researcher (R3)

Country

Spain

Application Deadline

6 May 2024 - 23:59 (UTC)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Hours Per Week

40

Offer Starting Date

6 May 2024

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 functions:

Design and synthesis of faradaic nanomaterials for electrochemical energy storage.
Synthesis of metal alloys and hybrid nanomaterials to be used either as anode or cathode.
Complete physicochemical characterization of materials.
Develop scalable synthesis routes for the promising materials.
Electrode preparation, coin cell and monolayer pouch cell fabrication, and electrochemical testing of nanomaterials.
Process and analyze the results obtained from the characterization tests, give conclusions, and provide ideas to improve nanomaterials performance.
Participate in communication with companies and proposals preparation when required.

Area: Electrochemical energy storage (EES)
Research line: Metal ion capacitors

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

For more details on CIC energiGUNE's research activities please visit our website at http://www.cicenergigune.com .

Requirements

Research Field

Chemistry

Education Level

PhD or equivalent

Specific Requirements

PhD in chemistry, materials science or related fields.
Experience on material synthesis and physicochemical characterization (XRD, XPS, ss-NMR…)
Experience in coin cell assembly and electrochemical methods.
A team player who can collaborate with colleagues in other groups, technical centers, and industries.
Good verbal and written communication skills in English.

Languages

ENGLISH

Level

Excellent

Research Field

Chemistry

Years of Research Experience

1 - 4

Additional Information
Benefits

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, training courses, 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

Additional comments

HOW TO APPLY:

All applicants are invited to submit detailed curriculum vitae, contact information of at least two references and a cover letter detailing specific experience and scientific interests at this webpage: https://cicenergigune.com/en/employment-opportunities/104410397

The selection process ends once a candidate is selected.

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

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

CIC energiGUNE

Country

Spain

State/Province

Álava

City

Vitoria-Gasteiz

Postal Code

01510

Street

Albert Einstein 48

Geofield

Contact

State/Province

ALAVA

City

Minano

Website

https://cicenergigune.com/en/employment-opportunities/104410397

Street

Albert Einstein 48

Postal Code

01510

E-Mail

[email protected]

Phone

+ 34 945 297 108

STATUS: EXPIRED