Postdoctoral Researcher – Development of Electrode Materials for Na and Li-ion Batteries

INL - International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory; Braga; Sur place; EUR 30 000 - 50 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Private health insurance

Family allowances

30 working days of annual leave

Relocation support

Free nursery service at INL premises

Résumé du poste

A leading research institution in nanotechnology in Braga, Portugal is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher for R&D on Sodium- and Lithium-based compounds for battery technology. Candidates must hold a PhD in relevant fields and have significant experimental experience in battery research. Key responsibilities include conducting research, collaborating with partners, and publishing results. This position offers competitive benefits including private health insurance and support for education fees.

Qualifications

• PhD required in a relevant field.
• Strong experimental experience in battery technology is essential.
• Independent problem-solving skills are necessary.

Responsabilités

• Conduct R&D activities as planned in the project.
• Collaborate with academic and industry partners.
• Regularly report progress to supervisors.
• Publish and communicate project results.

Connaissances

Knowledge of battery reaction mechanisms

Experimental experience in battery research

Competences in project results dissemination

Knowledge on the synthesis of battery materials

Formation

PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science and Engineering, Nanotechnology or other related field

Description du poste

Overview

The Muñoz Research Group conducts both fundamental and application-oriented research on materials and devices for energy storage and conversion. We are looking for a qualified Postdoctoral Researcher to join our team under the PRR framework, and work on the Sodium- and Lithium-based compounds for battery components project, for the New Generation Storage Agenda.

Job Duties

• Perform the R&D activities as planned in the project;
• Collaborate with other academic and industry partners within the consortium on joint R&D;
• Regularly report to supervisor and project leader(s) on R&D progress;
• Publish project results and communicate the results in project/professional meetings;
• Engage in other project dissemination activities.

Mandatory Qualifications

Education

• PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science and Engineering, Nanotechnology or other related field.

Experience and Technical Skills

• Knowledge of battery reaction mechanisms;
• Experimental experience in battery research: structural and electrochemical characterisation, surface characterisation and processing methods in battery technology;
• Competences in project results dissemination, e.g. publications in scientific journals and presentations at professional meetings.

Other Valued Skills

• Knowledge on the synthesis of battery materials.

Personal Skills

• “Hands-on” approach together with a high commitment in respecting working deadlines;
• Problem Solving ability;
• Ability to work independently and as team player;
• Tax benefits and other Diplomatic privileges;
• Private health insurance;
• Family allowances (according to family situation);
• Free nursery service at INL premises (subject to availability);
• Support for education fees of dependent children;
• Relocation support;
• 30 working days of annual leave.

How to Apply

The application must be in English and include the following mandatory documents:

• Academic and/or Professional diplomas;
• Recognition of academic degrees (only academic degrees awarded by non-Portuguese higher education institutions) *

*The selected candidate(s) with an academic degree granted by a non-Portuguese higher education institution must present, for hiring purposes, the certificate of recognition of that degree(s), issued by the Portuguese Directorate General for Higher Education or by a Portuguese Public Higher Education Institution. Please consult the website of the Portuguese Directorate General for Higher Education: https://www.dges.gov.pt/en.

Online application instructions

• The application is made online by clicking the “Apply” button;
• The candidate must complete all required sections of the online application form;
• The candidate must submit the mandatory documents mentioned above in pdf format by including them in the “Additional files” section using the “Add portfolio” button.

Incomplete applications including the failure to provide mandatory documents or providing inaccurate information will result in the application not being considered.

How the Selection Process works

A. Applications eligibility check

This stage will be carried out on the basis of the mandatory requirements, education, experience and technical skills defined for the job, as well as the validation of the mandatory documents. Only candidates who meet the eligibility criteria will move forward to the next stage.

B. CV Assessment

The Selection Committee will evaluate the eligible applications based on their CV and other submitted documents and the suitability for the position. The best ranked candidates will be shortlisted for the interview stage(s).

C. Interview(s)

The interview(s) may be done in different formats: video recording, online or onsite. The question based interview will evaluate the match between the candidate’s profile and the requirements for the position, including the technical and personal skills. To better support this stage, the candidate may be requested to prepare a short presentation.

D. Nomination

The selected candidate will be nominated and formally offered the position, including the disclosure of the contractual conditions.

Additional Information

We highly value your interest in becoming part of the INL experience and it is important for us to maintain good communications with all candidates. No matter the outcome of your application, we will always provide you with feedback.

Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Principle

INL follows a non-discrimination and equal access principle, wherefore no candidate can be privileged, benefited, impaired or deprived of any rights whatsoever, or be exempt of and duties based on any possible discriminatory issues.

The advertisement deadline may be extended at any time without previous notice in order to improve the suitability and effectiveness of the recruitment process.

About INL

The International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory – INL, is the first and only Intergovernmental Organisation in the world entirely focused on Nanoscience and Nanotechnology. It aims to be a recognised leading global nanotechnology innovation hub.