Postdoctoral Researcher position to work on solar redox flow batteries

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Postdoctoral Researcher position to work on solar redox flow batteries

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Offer DescriptionIMDEA Energy Institute is a María de Maeztu Center of Excellence whose objective is to develop R&D activities in the fields of renewable energies and clean energy technologies by establishing strong links with leading companies in the energy sector. ( ).DescriptionIMDEA Energy is opening a Postdoctoral Researcher Position for the Electrochemical Processes Unit, looking for talented and motivated candidates to work on solar rechargeable redox flow batteries.The position is associated with the European project Light-cap ( ) (Multi-Electron Processes for Light Driven Electrodes and Electrolytes in Conversion and Storage of Solar Energy) funded by the European Innovation Council (EIC). In this project we aim to develop Solar Rechargeable Redox Flow Batteries, a new type of devices that integrate solar energy conversion and electrochemical storage.The research group is very international and therefore most of the work will be conducted in English. A good level of Spanish is also advisable but is not a requirement.The requirements are as follows.Tasks Description:

  • R&D on Photoelectrochemistry and Electrochemical Energy Storage
  • Development of photoelectrodes and organic redox electrolytes and their characterization.
  • Optimization of photoelectrochemical reactors for solar redox flow batteries.
  • Establishing a suitable characterization procedure for the complete characterization of solar batteries under illumination conditions.
  • Understand the fundamental aspects of interfaces between the photoelectrode and the redox electrolyte under illumination.
  • Participation in national and international research projects in Electrochemical Energy Storage.
  • Dissemination and publication of research results in scientific journals, and reports.
  • Supervision of PhD, Master and undergraduate students.

Where to apply WebsiteRequirementsResearch Field Engineering » Materials engineering Education Level PhD or equivalentResearch Field Engineering » Chemical engineering Education Level PhD or equivalentResearch Field Chemistry Education Level PhD or equivalentResearch Field Physics Education Level PhD or equivalentResearch Field Other Education Level PhD or equivalentSpecific RequirementsCompulsory Requirements

  • Ph.D. degree in Electrochemistry, Materials, Chemistry, Physics, Chemical Engineering or similar.
  • Knowledge on Electrochemistry and/or Photoelectrochemistry.
  • Hands-on experience on electrochemistry, batteries or photoelectrochemical cells.
  • Oral and written communication skills in English (B2)

Other merits to value:

  • Experience in Battery technology and good understanding of the physical processes involved in their operation.
  • Specific training or hands-on experience with electrochemical energy storage devices and electrochemical characterization.
  • Specific training or hands-on experience with redox flow batteries.

Languages ENGLISH Level GoodAdditional InformationBenefitsRemuneration: Between 38.000 € – 41.000€ per year, depending upon qualification and expertise.*The contract includes all the benefits of the Spanish Public Health and Social Security System.Duration of the contract: Until the end of the project- 31st December 2025Eligibility criteria

  • Adequacy of the candidate’s training to the requested profile.
  • Work experience related to the profile of the job position.
  • Knowledge of English.
  • Motivation for accomplishing high-quality research.

Additional commentsWorkplaceIMDEA Energía: Móstoles, Madrid.Documents

  • Certificates of academic titles
  • PhD Certificate
  • Motivation

Final decisions will be personally communicated by e-mail to all candidates.Equal opportunities are guaranteed in the selection process, without any forms of discrimination. Female applicants are encouraged to apply to favor parity in employment.
IMDEA Energy commitment is to guarantee equality in measures to balance personal, family and working life and to promote gender equality.Work Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Fundación IMDEA Energía Country Spain State/Province Madrid City Móstoles Postal Code 28935 Street Av. Ramón de la Sagra 3, Parque Tecnológico de MóstolesContact State/ProvinceMadrid CityMóstoles WebsiteStreetAv. Ramón de la Sagra 3, Parque Tecnológico de Móstoles, 28935, Móstoles, Madrid Postal Code28935 E-Mail[email protected]STATUS: EXPIREDShare this page

Expected salary

€38000 – 41000 per year

Location

Móstoles, Madrid

Job date

Sat, 26 Oct 2024 23:05:34 GMT

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