Postdoc: Composite Electrolytes for Solid-State Batteries

Kungliga Tekniska högskolan; Stockholms kommun; On-site; SEK 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

KTH Royal Institute of Technology is offering a two-year postdoctoral position in solid-state batteries, focusing on the development and characterization of composite electrolytes and polymer materials. The project is shared between the Fibre and Polymer Technology and Chemical Engineering departments, aiming to achieve high conductivity and processability in solid-state systems.

The role requires a doctoral degree with electrochemistry experience, strong lab skills, and proficiency in English.

Qualifications

• A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree in polymer technology, polymer synthesis, material science, or a related subject with experience in electrochemistry.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English, as this will be required in day-to-day work.
• Strong laboratory and instrumental skills.
• Awareness of diversity and equal treatment issues with a particular focus on gender equality.
• Preferred: doctoral degree obtained within the last three years prior to the application deadline.
• Experience in solid-state batteries and electrochemical characterization techniques.
• Hands-on experience in polymer synthesis and related experimental techniques.
• Innovative mindset with ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and characterize composite electrolytes for solid-state batteries.
• Dispersion of inorganic particles and polymer matrix optimization.
• Contribute to production processes and property assessment.
• Collaborate across Depts Fibre and Polymer Technology and Chemical Engineering.

Skills

Laboratory skills

Electrochemistry

English communication

Team collaboration

Education

Doctoral degree in polymer technology / materials science

Tools

Polymer synthesis

Characterization techniques

Job description

KTH Royal Institute of Technology is offering a two-year postdoctoral position in solid-state batteries, focusing on the development and characterization of composite electrolytes and polymer materials. The project is shared between the Fibre and Polymer Technology and Chemical Engineering departments, aiming to achieve high conductivity and processability in solid-state systems.

The role requires a doctoral degree with electrochemistry experience, strong lab skills, and proficiency in English.