Postdoc: Amorphous Energy Materials for Next-Gen Batteries

DTU - Technical University of Denmark; Kongens Lyngby; On-site; DKK 500,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

DTU Energy in Denmark seeks a 2-year post-doctoral researcher to investigate amorphous energy materials for next-generation batteries. You will develop an automated synthesis and testing platform and perform mechanistic studies with collaborators in an international team.

The role requires a PhD in a related field and hands-on experience with solution-based synthesis, material characterization, and electrochemistry. Strong English skills are essential.

Qualifications

• PhD required in a related field.
• Experience with solution-based synthesis and coating is an advantage.
• Hands-on materials characterization (SEM/XPS/XRD/NMR).
• Experience with electrochemistry and solid-state synthesis is advantageous.
• Ability to work independently in an international, multidisciplinary team.
• Proficiency in OriginLab or Python for data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Design and synthesize amorphous energy materials.
• Characterize materials physicochemically (thickness, conductivity, stability).
• Evaluate charge transport and electrochemical performance.
• Data analysis and joint interpretation with collaborators.

Skills

Synthesis methods

Characterization techniques

High-throughput

Electrochemistry

Solid-state chemistry

OriginLab

Python

English proficiency

Education

PhD in Chemistry/Physics/Materials Science/Engineering

Tools

SEM

XPS

XRD

NMR

Automation platforms

Job description

DTU Energy in Denmark seeks a 2-year post-doctoral researcher to investigate amorphous energy materials for next-generation batteries. You will develop an automated synthesis and testing platform and perform mechanistic studies with collaborators in an international team.

The role requires a PhD in a related field and hands-on experience with solution-based synthesis, material characterization, and electrochemistry. Strong English skills are essential.