Researcher in Characterization of interfacial reactions in lithium-ion batteries - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

The Department of Chemistry - Ångström conducts research and education in the chemistry field. The department has more than 250 employees and has a turnover of 250 million SEK. At the department's six programs, we conduct very successful research of a high international standard. We have a large number of externally funded research projects, often with international cooperation and we see continued good growth in our subject area. The department has education assignments in engineering programs and master's programs. More information is available on our website. (https://kemi.uu.se/angstrom/?languageId=1).

Duties
The project will be carried out in Uppsala University in close collaboration with colleagues working in the Ångström Advanced Battery Centre. This project will be conducted in close contact with partners in European projects. The main duties of the position will be to conduct research into characterization of interfacial reactions between the electrodes and the electrolyte in lithium-ion batteries. Specifically, this will involve electrode preparation, cell assembly and cycling, electrochemical and materials characterization. Cathode and anode materials such as LiNi0.5Mn1.5O4 (LNMO), graphite and silicon will be investigated. A variety of electrochemical measurement techniques (e.g. cyclic voltammetry, galvanostatic cycling) and characterization methods (e.g. x-ray photoelectron spectroscopy, scanning electron microscopy, etc.) will be used to investigate reactions in battery cells. The researcher is expected to perform high quality research, with the aim of disseminating resulting works through high impact peer-reviewed journals or conference proceedings.

 Requirements

• The applicant should have a PhD exam or an international equivalent within the field of Chemistry or Materials Science or Physics.
• Familiarity with characterization of battery materials, experience in working in battery labs and using gloveboxes.

Experiences in using electrochemical methods, battery assembly and cycling. The candidate must also have excellent capabilities in written and oral English

 We will place great emphasis on personal suitability. Consideration will also be given to good collaborative skills, drive and independence, and how the applicant’s experience and skills complement and strengthen the administrative work within the unit/department, as well as contribute to its future development.

About the employment
The employment is a temporary position for 12 months. Scope of employment 100 %. Starting date 15 March 2022 or as agreed. Placement: Uppsala.

For further information about the position, please contact: (Reza Younesi, 018 471 3738, reza.younesi@kemi.uu.se).

Please submit your application by 17 March 2022, UFV-PA  2022/761.

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