Postdoctoral researcher in nanomaterials for metal-ion capacitors

31 Jan 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

CIC energiGUNE

Research Field

Chemistry » Other

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)
Established Researcher (R3)

Country

Spain

Application Deadline

4 Mar 2024 - 11:00 (Europe/Madrid)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Hours Per Week

40

Offer Starting Date

4 Mar 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

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

CIC energiGUNE is looking for a postdoctoral researcher to work on the synthesis of nanomaterials for the development of high-energy and high-power metal-ion capacitors.

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 » Other

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 » Other

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

Selection process

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.

Website for additional job details

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

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

Where to apply

Website

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

Contact

State/Province

Álava

City

Vitoria-Gasteiz

Website

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

Street

Albert Einstein, 48

Postal Code

01510

E-Mail

[email protected]

STATUS: EXPIRED