Postdoctoral position in Photoelectrocatalysis

Aretè & Cocchi Technology; Genova; In loco; EUR 38.000 - 42.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

An international research institute in Genoa is looking for a motivated Postdoctoral Researcher in Photoelectrocatalysis. The role involves designing advanced catalysts, developing experimental setups, and working in a dynamic research environment. Candidates should have a PhD in a relevant field and strong experience in synthesis and analysis in related domains. The position offers a competitive salary and a unique chance to contribute to groundbreaking research.

Servizi

Private health care coverage

Possibility of tax deductions for eligible candidates

Competenze

• A PhD in a relevant field is required.
• Experience in inorganic and nanocrystal synthesis, especially in photo/electrocatalysis.
• Strong publication record and fluency in English are essential.

Mansioni

• Design and develop photo/electrocatalysts.
• Optimize experimental setups and methods for analysis.
• Mentor students and report research progress.

Conoscenze

Inorganic synthesis

Nanocrystal synthesis

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Fluency in English

Formazione

PhD in Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science or related fields

Strumenti

Data analysis software for photoelectrochemical studies

Descrizione del lavoro

Postdoctoral position in Photoelectrocatalysis

Italy

Commitment & contract: Full-time, 2 years collaboration contract

Location: Genoa, Italy

Step into a world of endless possibilities, together let’s leave something for the future!

At IIT, we are committed to advancing human-centered Science and Technology to address the most urgent societal challenges of our era. We foster excellence in both fundamental and applied research, spanning fields such as neuroscience and cognition, humanoid technologies and robotics, artificial intelligence, nanotechnology, and material sciences, offering a truly interdisciplinary scientific experience. Our approach integrates cutting-edge tools and technology, empowering researchers to push the limits of knowledge and innovation. With us, your curiosity will know no bounds.

We are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering diversity in all its forms, creating an inclusive environment. We value the unique experiences, knowledge, backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives of our people. By embracing diversity, we believe science can achieve its fullest potential.

THE ROLE

You will be working in a multicultural and multi-disciplinary group, where junior and senior scientists collaborate, each with their expertise, to carry out a scientific activity with a shared research goal.

The Nanochemistry Research Unit coordinated by Prof. Liberato Manna at IIT in Genoa is seeking highly motivated and talented candidates in the field of photoelectrocatalysis. The successful candidate will contribute to the rational design, synthesis, and testing of advanced photo- and electrocatalysts, with particular focus on nanocrystalline materials and their integration into functional electrodes. The position involves the development of new photoelectrocatalytic setups (batch and/or flow), implementation of analytical methodologies for the detection and quantification of reaction products, and the use of in-situ spectroscopic tools to gain mechanistic insights into catalytic pathways and material evolution. The postdoc will closely interact with synthetic chemists and computational scientists within the team to accelerate the discovery of efficient catalytic systems, and will provide support and guidance to other postdocs, PhD students, and undergraduates. The highly interdisciplinary research environment at IIT provides access to cutting-edge laboratories for materials synthesis and characterization, as well as advanced facilities for electrochemical and spectroscopic investigations.

Within the research team, your main responsibilities will be:

• Design and development of photo/electrocatalysts in close collaboration with the synthesis and computational teams
• Construction and optimization of photoelectrocatalytic setups (batch and/or flow), testing of catalysts, development of analytical methodologies for product quantification, and in-situ spectroscopic studies to elucidate catalytic mechanisms and catalyst evolution
• Report to the group on the progress of your research activities and mentoring students

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• A PhD in Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science or related fields, and/or a related subject
• Experience in inorganic synthesis, nanocrystal synthesis, and a particular focus on the application of such materials in the field of photo/electrocatalysis.
• Strong publication record
• Fluency in English is essential
• The successful candidate should have good practice with teamwork, group learning processes and a problem-solving attitude
• Good command of spoken and written English
• The ability to properly report, organize and publish research data

ADDITIONAL SKILLS

• Experience in hands-on development of photoelectrocatalytic setups and methods for the analysis of reaction products
• Knowledge of data analysis and software for photoelectrochemical studies
• Ability to work in a challenging and international environment
• Capacity to work autonomously and collaboratively in a highly interdisciplinary environment
• Possess analytical reasoning skills and a growth mindset

COMPENSATION PACKAGE

• A yearly gross salary ranging between 38.000 and 42.000 euro
• Private health care coverage depending on your role and contract
• Candidates from abroad or Italian citizens who have carried scientific research activity permanently abroad and meet specific requirements, may be entitled to a deduction from taxable income of up to 90% from 6 to 13 years.

This open position is financed by the European Union – European Research Council within the project 'Nanoscale Epitaxial Heterostructures Involving Metal Halides – NEHA', Grant Agreement n° 101095974

Please submit your application using the online form and including a detailed CV, university transcripts, cover letter, and contact details of 2 references.

Application’s deadline: 31.10.2025.

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