Postdoc in Solid-State Batteries: Modelling & Synthesis

KTH Royal Institute of Technology; Stockholms kommun; On-site; SEK 480,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm is offering a two-year postdoctoral position focusing on modelling and synthesis of electrolytes for solid-state batteries. The project combines atomistic simulations with experimental validation to explore ceramic electrolytes and assess ionic transport and interfacial stability.

The role requires a doctoral degree in a related field, strong lab and computational skills, and proficiency in English.

Qualifications

• Requirements include a doctoral degree in a relevant field and proficiency in English.
• Strong laboratory and computational skills are expected.

Responsibilities

• Conduct atomistic modelling and synthesis of ceramic electrolytes for solid-state batteries.
• Identify material features that govern performance and use simulations to design improved architectures.
• Prepare and characterize promising materials through simulations and lab experiments, including ionic transport measurements.
• Collaborate across departments to integrate modelling with experimental validation.

Skills

English proficiency

Laboratory skills

Computational skills

DFT modeling

Education

Doctoral degree

Tools

VASP

Quantum ESPRESSO

Synthesis techniques

Job description

KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm is offering a two-year postdoctoral position focusing on modelling and synthesis of electrolytes for solid-state batteries. The project combines atomistic simulations with experimental validation to explore ceramic electrolytes and assess ionic transport and interfacial stability.

The role requires a doctoral degree in a related field, strong lab and computational skills, and proficiency in English.