Postdoc position in Modelling of High Entropy Electrolytes

The Department of Chemistry - Ångström conducts research and education in the chemistry field. The department has 270 employees and a turnover of 300 million SEK. At the department's six programmes, we conduct very successful research of high international standard. We have a large number of externally funded research projects, often with international collaborations, and we see continued good growth in our subject area. The department has education assignments in engineering programmes and master's programmes. More information is available on our website.

Work duties

The project focuses on modeling at the molecular level of several different types of high-entropy electrolytes for application in both lithium and sodium batteries. The goal is to understand how different design and material choices link to structure, dynamics and performance. 

A special focus is on solvent-free electrolytes based on salt melts. The methods are primarily molecular dynamics simulations and small DFT calculations, but the software COSMO-RS may also be used.

The postdoctoral fellow will be part of Prof. Patrik Johansson's new research group at Uppsala University, a part of the research environment Ångström Advanced Battery Centre (ÅABC). This fundamental but application-inspired research project is funded by the Swedish Research Council within the framework of a Distinguished Professor Grant for "Next Generation Batteries". 

The main tasks of a postdoctoral fellow are to conduct research. They may also include teaching, up to 20% of the working time, and supervision of and collaboration with doctoral students and thesis workers.

Requirements

Doctoral degree in chemistry, physics or materials or an international degree deemed equivalent. The degree must be completed no later than the time the employment decision is made. 

Normally, the degree should have been awarded within the past three years, calculated from the application deadline. In special circumstances, the degree may have been awarded earlier. Special circumstances refer to leave due to illness, parental leave, elected positions in trade union organizations, and similar situations.

Applications are primarily assessed based on the applicant's ability to conduct independent research and their scientific excellence. The quality of each individual scientific work carries more weight than the number of publications.

Consideration will also be given to good collaborative skills, drive and independence, and how the applicant’s experience and skills complement and strengthen ongoing research within the department, and how they stand to contribute to its future development. The candidate must have excellent written and oral English skills and experience in modelling at the molecular level.

Desirable qualifications

Experience of research within electrolytes and modern batteries is an asset.

About the employment

The employment is a temporary position of 2 years and possible extension of 1 year according to central collective agreement. Scope of employment 100%. Starting date as agreed. Placement: Uppsala.

For further information about the position, please contact: Torbjörn Fängström, +46 18-471 33 65, torbjorn.fangstrom@kemi.uu.se

Please submit your application by 5 December 2025, UFV-PA 2025/3525.