Development of solid/quasi-solid (bio)-polymer electrolytes for sustainable rechargeable batteries - Ref.114/26/IR

Italian Ministry of Education, University and Research; Italia; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Politecnico di Torino invites applications for a research fellow position within the HIPERZAB project to develop biopolymer-based gel electrolytes for zinc-air batteries used in stationary energy storage. The work focuses on mildly acidic formulations and integration into bilayer architectures with alkaline electrolytes to improve conductivity and lifetime.

Join a multidisciplinary team pursuing sustainable, low-cost energy storage using natural precursors and environmentally friendly processes.

Job description

Organisation/Company Politecnico di Torino Research Field Chemistry Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Leading Researcher (R4) First Stage Researcher (R1) Established Researcher (R3) Application Deadline 12 Nov 2026 - 15:00 (UTC) Country Italy Type of Contract To be defined Job Status Not Applicable Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

Within the European HIPERZAB project (GA 101115421), the research aims to develop biopolymer-based gel electrolytes for electrically
rechargeable zinc-air batteries intended for stationary renewable energy storage over days or weeks. The focus will be on mildly acidic
formulations and their integration into bilayer architectures with alkaline electrolytes. The objective is to correlate material composition,
structure and properties to improve ionic conductivity, interfacial stability, water retention and operational lifetime. The approach will
prioritise naturally derived precursors and processes with reduced environmental impact, contributing to the development of safe,
sustainable and low-cost batteries.

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