Summary
This scholarship offers an exciting opportunity for a PhD candidate to engage in cutting-edge research on electrochemical nanofluidics, focusing on innovative techniques to improve energy technologies such as batteries, supercapacitors, and fuel cells.
PhD Position on Electrochemical Nanofluidics for Energy Research, Leiden University, Netherlands
Designation
PhD Candidate in Electrochemical Nanofluidics
Table
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Vacancy Number | 16563 |
| Contract Hours | 38 hours (full-time) |
| Research Area | Electrochemical Nanofluidics and Energy Research |
| Location | Leiden, Netherlands |
| Eligibility/Qualification | Master’s degree in Physics, Physical Chemistry, or closely related disciplines |
| Salary | €3059/month (based on full-time appointment) |
| Application Deadline | 28 June 2026 |
Research Area
The research focuses on understanding and manipulating the interactions between ion transport, electrochemistry, and fluid dynamics within nanoporous materials. The successful candidate will aim to exploit these interactions to enhance the performance of electrochemical energy devices.
Location
This position is based at the Leiden Institute for Research in Physics (LION), within the Faculty of Science at Leiden University, located in the heart of the Bio Science Park, Netherlands.
Eligibility/Qualification
- Master’s degree in Physics, Physical Chemistry, or a related field.
- Strong experimental skills and interest in microfabrication.
- Aptitude for theory, modeling, and electrical measurements.
- Enthusiastic and highly motivated with excellent analytical skills.
- Team-player capable of working in an interdisciplinary environment.
Job Description
As a PhD candidate, you will:
- Design and fabricate micro- and nanofluidic structures using lithography.
- Conduct sensitive electrical measurements to analyze electronic and ionic charge transport.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to analyze and interpret the results of your research.
- Access state-of-the-art facilities both at Leiden University and Delft University of Technology.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should click the application button on the official website or contact Serge Lemay at lemay@physics.leidenuniv.nl for more information about the position.
Last Date for Apply
Applications are accepted until 28 June 2026.
This position represents an exciting opportunity to make significant contributions to the field of nanofluidics and electrochemical energy research, while being a part of a leading academic institution.
