Research Fellow – Development Of High-Surface-Area Current Collectors For Li/Na Batteries

.Research Fellow – Development of high-surface-area current collectors for Li/Na batteries Job Reference: RRP.12.42.19.1 /1 Employer: International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory (INL) Location: Braga, Portugal Group/Unit: Nanomaterials for Energy Storage and Conversion Number of Vacancies: 1 Employment Type: Full time Contract Duration: 1 6 months Open Date for Applications: June 13 th, 202 4 Closing Date for Applications: June 27 th, 2024, 23h00m (Lisbon Time) Keywords: #sodium-ionbatteries #batteries #alkalimetalbatteries Overview The Nanomaterials for Energy Storage and Conversion Research Group conducts both fundamental and application-oriented research on materials and devices for energy storage and conversion. We are looking for a qualified Research Fellow to join our team under the PRR framework, and work on the Production of Sodium-Ion Based Structural Batteries project, for the New Generation Storage Agenda. Job Duties The job duties will be the following: Perform the R&D activities as planned in the project ; Collaborate with other academic and industry partners wit hin the consortium on joint R&D; Report to supervisor and pr oject leader(s) on R&D progress; Publish project results and communicat ing the results i n project/professional meetings; Engage in other project dissemination activities. Mandatory Qualifications Education PhD in Electrochemistry, Materials Chemistry, Materials Science and Engineering, Nanotechnology or other related field. Experience and Technical Skills Hands-on experience in alkali metal batteries, parti cularly current collectors ; Extensive knowledge ofbattery chemi stry and electrochemical performance assessment; T rack-record on batter y materials research, preferably on high-surface-area current collectors, in the form of scientific publications and/or patents as the leading author. Preferred Qualifications Technical Skills Knowledge of sodium-ion batteries and all related safety requirements ; Knowledge of structural batteries; Knowledge of surface treatment s and surface modification. Personal Skills " Hands-on" approach together with a high commitment in respecting working deadlines; Problem Solving ability; Customer orientation; Ability to work independently and as team player; Good communication skills. Our Benefits Competitive salary ; Tax benefits and other Diplomatic privileges; Private health i nsurance; F amily allowance s (according to family situation); Free nursery service at INL premises (subject to availability); Support for e ducation fees of dependent children; Relocation support; 30 working days o f annual leave