Postdoc position on green battery technologies
- Dübendorf, Zurich
- CDI
- Temps-plein
- Evaluate novel biopolymer binder systems for low solvent or solvent free processing of graphite and NMC electrodes.
- Develop and optimize electrode processing methods.
- Prepare green battery devices.
- Characterize and validate developed formulations in terms of physical properties, thermal and electrochemical stability.
- Perform feasibility analysis for formulation development and practical application at scale.
- Publish results in the form of patents or scientific journal articles, present results at international conferences.
- PhD degree in material science, polymer science, chemical engineering or related fields.
- Experience in experimental research, practical lab work (e.g. material synthesis, processing and scale-up, biopolymers) and talent for experimental design is required.
- Interest in sustainable materials development with a potential for industrial implementation.
- Fluency in English (written and oral) is a pre-condition, knowledge of German is an asset.
- Self-motivated, critical-thinking, open-minded and communicative, with a strong interest to work in an interdisciplinary research environment.
We are an international team dedicated to advance the development of a new generation of active, sustainable and highly functional biomaterials using cellulose and wood as material resources. We offer a challenging position (two years with possible extension) in a research institution in the Zürich area with outstanding infrastructure and within a broadly interdisciplinary setting. The position is available immediately or upon agreement.We live a culture of inclusion and respect. We welcome all people who are interested in innovative, sustainable and meaningful activities - that's what counts.We look forward to receiving your complete online application including a letter of motivation, CV, certificates, diplomas and contact details of two reference persons. Please submit these exclusively via our job portal. Applications by e-mail and by post will not be considered.RequirementsResearch Field Chemistry Years of Research Experience 4 - 10Research Field Engineering Years of Research Experience 4 - 10Research Field Engineering Years of Research Experience 4 - 10Additional InformationWebsite for additional job detailsWork Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Empa Country Switzerland City Dübendorf Postal Code 8600 Street Ueberlandstrasse 129 GeofieldWhere to apply WebsiteContact CityZurich WebsitePostal CodeCH-8600STATUS: EXPIRED
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