Materials Chemistry PhD: PIL Composites for Na-CO2

Department of Chemistry; Stockholms kommun; On-site; SEK 357,120 - 468,720; Full time

Job summary

Stockholm University’s Department of Chemistry invites applications for a PhD student position focusing on materials chemistry and poly(ionic liquid) composites as catalysts for Na-CO2 batteries. The role blends theory and experiment, with interdisciplinary activities across FTIR, NMR, XAS, and DFT analyses, and opportunities for secondments in consortium partners.

The ideal candidate has a solid foundation in materials chemistry or related fields, and experience in polymer chemistry,

Qualifications

• General entry requirements must be met (second-cycle degree or equivalent).
• Special entry requirements include a bachelor’s degree with major in chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science or physics and an independent project (≥30 credits).
• Eligibility can include essentially equivalent knowledge obtained in Sweden or elsewhere.

Skills

English proficiency

Analytical thinking

Initiative

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry/chemical engineering/materials science/physics

Independent project of ≥30 credits at advanced level

Job description

Stockholm University’s Department of Chemistry invites applications for a PhD student position focusing on materials chemistry and poly(ionic liquid) composites as catalysts for Na-CO2 batteries. The role blends theory and experiment, with interdisciplinary activities across FTIR, NMR, XAS, and DFT analyses, and opportunities for secondments in consortium partners.

The ideal candidate has a solid foundation in materials chemistry or related fields, and experience in polymer chemistry,