JOB DESCRIPTION: CIC energiGUNE is seeking talented and motivated candidates to join our team for a PhD position focusing on the understanding of the reaction mechanisms leading to structural instability at high voltage of layered oxides cathodes for next generation Li-ion and Na-ion batteries.
The person will collaborate with international and dynamic researchers with expertise in synthesis and characterization of inorganic materials, electrochemical characterizations, and operando techniques such as X-ray diffraction, Small Angle Scattering or X-ray Absorption spectroscopy.
Main job functions: Perform high-quality research within the scope of the project.
Perform, analyse and interpret the results of advanced physical-chemical, electrochemical and structural characterization of the target materials, including data curation and analysis/interpretation.
Perform, analyse and interpret the results of operando characterization techniques (eg X-ray diffraction, Small Angle Scattering, X-ray spectroscopies etc…).
Presenting results in the scope of team meetings, and at international conferences.
Reports/papers preparation for submission to peer reviewed journals.
Area : Electrochemical energy storage (EES) Research Group: Inorganic Materials WHAT WE OFFER: We are offering a 3-year predoctoral contract and advantageous professional development opportunities with the possibility of 1 year extension based upon satisfactory job performance, continuing availability of funds, and ongoing operational needs.
Flexible working hours promoting work-life balance and self-organization.
On-site work model with the option to 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 TO APPLY: All applicants are invited to submit their application a detailed curriculum vitae along with a motivation letter at this website.
The selection process ends once the candidate is selected.
CIC energiGUNE is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity, and the diversity of its workforce.
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 .
Master's degree in solid state Physics or Chemistry, Materials Science or similar.
A good level of spoken and written English.
A team player who can collaborate with other researchers, groups.
Demonstrated self-motivation and autonomy.
Will be highly evaluated: keen interest in data treatment and advanced characterization techniques, and knowledge in powder diffraction.
Previous experience in battery research and electrochemistry will be positively considered, but not compulsory.