PhD: First-principles modelling of reactivity and ionic conductivity in electrode-electrolyte s[...]

CIC energiGUNE; Vitoria; Híbrido; EUR 20.000 - 28.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Predoctoral contract

Research facilities access

Top European research centre

Conferences and seminars

Multidisciplinary environment

Flexible working hours

On-site with telework option

Welcome programme with accommodation

Descripción de la vacante

CIC energiGUNE invites applications for a PhD position funded by an MSCA Doctoral Network Grant (Agreement No. 101311389) to model solid–solid interfaces in next‑gen batteries. You will combine quantum mechanics with machine‑learned potentials to study ion transport and degradation at buried electrode–electrolyte interfaces.

Close collaboration with partners will iteratively inform experiments and theory. The role involves carrying out advanced simulations, preparing publications, and presenting

Formación

• Master’s in physics, chemistry, materials science or similar.
• Excellent communication and writing skills in English.
• High motivation to undertake a PhD in an interdisciplinary environment.
• Ability to work independently and in an international, multi‑disciplinary team.

Responsabilidades

• Perform high‑quality research within the scope of the project.
• Prepare reports and papers for peer‑reviewed journals.
• Present results at international conferences.
• Provide guidance to master’s and visiting students when required.

Conocimientos

English fluency

Communication skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Educación

Master's in physics, chemistry, materials science or similar

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

CIC energiGUNE is recruiting a candidate to pursue a PhD within a MSCA Doctoral Network Grant – Agreement No. 101311389 with the European Commission. The objective of the project is to understand how solid–solid interfaces in next‑generation batteries evolve under operating conditions, and how this evolution affects ion transport, degradation, and safety. The doctoral candidate will use quantum‑mechanical simulations, complemented by advanced machine‑learned potentials, to model how charge, atoms, ions, and defects move across buried electrode–electrolyte interfaces that are difficult to access experimentally. Work will be carried out in close interaction with other partners, ensuring that experimental and theoretical results iteratively inform each other.

Responsibilities

• Perform high‑quality research within the scope of the project.
• Prepare reports and papers for submission to peer‑reviewed journals.
• Present results at international conferences.
• Provide guidance to master’s and visiting students when required.

Qualifications

• Applicant must not already hold a doctoral degree at the date of recruitment.
• Applicant must not have resided or carried out the main activity in Spain for more than 12 months in the 36 months immediately before the recruitment date.
• Eligibility will be verified at the time of recruitment.
• Master’s in physics, chemistry, materials science or similar.
• Excellent communication and writing skills, thorough command of the English language.
• High motivation to undertake a PhD in an interdisciplinary experimental research environment.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of an international, multi‑disciplinary team.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.

Benefits

• 3‑year predoctoral contract and advantageous professional development opportunities.
• Full access to cutting‑edge laboratory facilities and characterization platforms.
• Incorporation to a top research centre in Europe that makes high quality research and impactful contributions to the energy and sustainability fields.
• Opportunity to attend seminars, international conferences, trainings, etc.
• Integrated, enthusiastic, international and multidisciplinary environment.
• Flexible working hours promoting work‑life balance and self‑organisation.
• On‑site work model with the option to telework.
• Welcome programme that offers help with finding accommodation and addresses other aspects to help integrate into the local environment (free language courses, assistance with administrative procedures, help with schools for children).

Equal Opportunity Statement

CIC energiGUNE is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity, and the diversity of its workforce. We welcome applications regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age.