Postdoc in NMR spectroscopy of battery materials

Job description

Modern ion batteries are based on ions, mainly Li-ions, being charged up in carbon and/or SiOx-based materials that form the negative electrode. Battery properties such as energy density and aging depend on a complex way on the material structure and specifically on the environment of the ions. NMR spectroscopy can directly observe ions charged in the electrode material and the spectrum and other NMR parameters such as relaxation times inform about the atomic and electronic environment. The work in this project is focused on experimental studies of suitably prepared (charging, aging) electrode material primarily using NMR spectroscopy.

What we offer

• A position at a leading technical university that generates knowledge and skills for a sustainable future
• Engaged and ambitious colleagues along with a creative, international and dynamic working environment
• Work in Stockholm, in close proximity to nature
• Help to relocate and be settled in Sweden and at KTH

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Qualifications

Requirements

• A doctoral degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, material science or other relevant area, or an equivalent foreign degree. This eligibility requirement must be met no later than the time the employment decision is made. 
• Documented experience with preparing samples for ion battery studies.
• Research expertise.
• Good collaborative abilities as well as ability to work independently.
• Good communication skills in English, both written and spoken, since it is required in the daily work.

Preferred qualifications

• A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree, obtained within the last three years prior to the application deadline.
• Documented experience with NMR spectroscopy of materials and with other physical methods that can be used for battery studies.
• Awareness of diversity and equal opportunity issues, with specific focus on gender equality.

Great emphasis will be placed on personal skills.

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To apply for the position

Log into KTH's recruitment system to apply for this position. You are responsible for ensuring that your application is complete according to the instructions in the ad.

The application must include:

• CV including relevant professional experience and knowledge.
• Copy of diplomas and grades from your previous university studies. Translations into English or Swedish if the original documents have not been issued in any of these languages.
• Brief account of why you want to conduct research, your academic interests and how they relate to your previous studies and future goals. Maximally two pages long.

Your complete application must be received at KTH no later than the last day of application, midnight CET/CEST (Central European Time/Central European Summer Time).

About the employment

The position offered is for, at the most, two years.

A position as a postdoctoral fellow is a time-limited qualified appointment focusing mainly on research, intended as a first career step after a dissertation.

Others

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