Postdoc: Mixed-Anion Materials for Solar Water Splitting

Syddansk Universitet (University of Southern Denmark - SDU); Sønderborg; On-site; DKK 480,000 - 560,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Southern Denmark (SDU) invites applications for a two-year postdoctoral research associate position in Materials Chemistry at the Mads Clausen Institute (MCI) in Sønderborg. The project focuses on mixed-anion compounds and their performance in solar water splitting, with strong industry collaboration.

The successful candidate will synthesize and characterize novel materials, supervise MSc/PhD students, and contribute to project reports, publications, and grant proposals.

Qualifications

• PhD in Materials Science, Materials Chemistry, Solid State Chemistry, Solid State Physics, Electrochemistry, or related fields.
• Proven hands-on synthesis knowledge in solid-state chemistry, incl. mixed-anion compounds.
• Technical skills in materials characterization (e.g., XRD, XPS, SEM).
• Proven publication record as lead author in international journals.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written).
• Ability to work in teams and independently; strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out research tasks related to the Novo Nordisk Foundation project.
• Plan and conduct synthesis, characterization, and evaluation of materials for solar water splitting.
• Analyze data, interpret results, and communicate findings in group seminars and at conferences.
• Publish results in international peer-reviewed journals with high impact factors.

Skills

PhD in Materials Science

Solid State Chemistry

Electrochemistry

Teamwork and independent work

Education

PhD in Materials Science or related field

Tools

XRD

XPS

SEM

Job description

University of Southern Denmark (SDU) invites applications for a two-year postdoctoral research associate position in Materials Chemistry at the Mads Clausen Institute (MCI) in Sønderborg. The project focuses on mixed-anion compounds and their performance in solar water splitting, with strong industry collaboration.

The successful candidate will synthesize and characterize novel materials, supervise MSc/PhD students, and contribute to project reports, publications, and grant proposals.