Job Information
- Organisation/Company
- CIC energiGUNE
- Research Field
- ChemistryPhysicsEngineering
- Researcher Profile
- Recognised Researcher (R2)Established Researcher (R3)
- Country
- Spain
- Application Deadline
- Type of Contract
- Temporary
- Job Status
- Full-time
- Hours Per Week
- 40
- Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?
- HE
- Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?
- No
Offer Description
DESCRIPTION OF THE INSTITUTION:
CIC energiGUNE is a research center specialized in energy,
electrochemical storage (batteries and supercapacitors), thermal energy
solutions and hydrogen, a member of the Basque Research and Technology
Alliance- BRTA, and, a strategic initiative of the Basque Government.
CIC energiGUNE was created in 2011 to generate excellent knowledge and
at the same time useful for the Basque business network, being a
reference in knowledge transfer.
CIC energiGUNE has a dynamic research team of more than 100
researchers and is extremely well equipped with a wide range of
up-to-date facilities that are fully available for all its researchers.
Also, the European Commission has recently (2019) awarded CIC energiGUNE
with the ´HR Excellence in Research´
which reflects its commitment to achieving fair and transparent
recruitment and appraisal procedures and certifies the existence of a
stimulating and favorable work environment for researchers in the
institution.
For more details on CIC energiGUNE's research activities please visit our website at http://www.cicenergigune.com.
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The Cell Prototyping group at CIC energiGUNE is searching for a
Postdoctoral Researcher or Process Engineer to engage in the research
and development of sustainable sodium ion capacitors within a recently
granted Horizon EU project.
The role of the selected candidate will be focused on the development
of sodium ion capacitor pouch cell prototypes, covering the whole
process: from electrode formulation and optimization to manufacturing at
pilot line and prototype assembly for electrochemical characterization
and validation of the technology.
Main responsibilities of the candidate will include:
- Definition and optimization of electrode recipes to reach cell
energy and power performance targets, including ink formulation, mixing,
coating, drying and calendering of electrodes.
- Deliver feedback to RLM and GL to guide material optimization and processability which is aligned with final use requirements
- Physicochemical characterization of inks and electrodes.
- Assembly of laboratory cells (coin, Swagelok) for the electrochemical characterization of electrodes.
- Transfer existing R&D processes from lab scale to pilot line.
- Assembly and electrochemical characterization of pouch cell prototypes for technology validation.
- Post-mortem analysis. Investigate cells failure mechanisms and perform root cause analysis to create mitigation plans
- Contribute to the development of intellectual property
TO APPLY:
All applicants are invited to submit detailed curriculum vitae, the
contact information of at least two references and a cover letter
detailing specific experience and scientific interests at this webpage: https://cicenergigune.com/en/employment-opportunities/92140555.
The selection process ends once a candidate is selected.
CIC energiGUNE is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity and the diversity of its workforce.
Requirements
- MSc. or PhD in Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical
Engineering or other related topics in which the selected candidate can
work autonomously
- Strong background in electrode formulation and processing, both at laboratory scale and pilot-scale
- Hands-on experience with electrochemical testing methods such as galvanostatic charging, cyclic voltammetry, and EIS
- Systemic problem-solving skills
- A good team player who can collaborate with other groups, academic and industrial partners
- The selected candidate must be able to communicate effectively in English in a multidisciplinary environment
- Good verbal and written communication skills in English (Spanish or Basque valuable but not compulsory)
Additional Information
We are offering a 36-monthcontract
and advantageous professional development opportunities with the
possibility of renewal based upon satisfactory job performance,
continuing availability of funds, and ongoing operational needs.
Access to a complete set of existing laboratory infrastructure and equipment to ensure a fruitful stay and the fullfilment of the objectives in due time.
Candidates will join an integrated, enthusiastic, and multidisciplinary institute making high quality research and impactful contributions to the energy and sustainability fields.
CIC energiGUNE will also help smooth the transition for you and your family, providing a welcome program
that offers help with accommodation and addresses other aspects to help
you integrate into the local environment (such as free language
courses, help with schools for children…).
CIC energiGUNE is located close to the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz
(Spain), in the heart of the Basque Country. The Basque Country is the
region with the highest R&D investment in Spain, with more than
20.000 researchers. The basque research ecosystem comprises a solid and collaborating community composed of universities, technology and cooperative research centers.
For more information: https://cicenergigune.com/en/work-with-us.
Work Location(s)
- Number of offers available
- 1
- Company/Institute
- CIC energiGUNE
- Country
- Spain
- State/Province
- Alava
- City
- Vitoria-Gasteiz
- Geofield
Where to apply
- Website
Contact
- State/Province
- Álava
- City
- Vitoria-Gasteiz
- Website
- Street
- Parque Tecnológico Araba. C/Albert Einstein, 48
- Postal Code
- 01510
- aurzelai@cicenergigune.com