PhD Scholarship: Battery Research: The Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin für Materialien und Energie (HZB) and Umicore are offering a PhD position within the European funded Marie Skłodowska-Curie Doctoral Network, StoreAGE. This PhD project aims to explore the structure-function relationships in Li-ion batteries, focusing on chemical and electronic structure profiles of buried electrochemical interfaces.
PhD Scholarship Opportunity: Battery Research within the Interface Design Department and Umicore
Scholarship Summary Table
| Designation | PhD Student (f/m/d) for Battery Research |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Battery-Based Energy Storage, Surface Science |
| Location | Berlin, Germany and Olen, Belgium |
| Eligibility | M.Sc. in (Electro)Chemistry, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Materials Sciences or equivalent qualification |
| Job Description | Preparing battery electrodes, performing X-ray spectroscopic measurements, maintaining EMIL and HIKE capabilities, data analysis, presenting results, and preparing publications |
| How to Apply | Submit a letter of motivation, CV, publications list, research experience, and contact details of two references via the application management system |
| Last Date to Apply | 16.06.2024 |
Designation
PhD Student (f/m/d) for Battery Research within the Interface Design Department and Umicore
Research Area
Battery-Based Energy Storage, Surface Science
Location
Berlin, Germany (Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin für Materialien und Energie, HZB) Olen, Belgium (Umicore)
Eligibility/Qualification
- M.Sc. in (Electro)Chemistry, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Materials Sciences, or equivalent qualification
- Experience in setting-up, operating, and maintaining UHV Equipment
- Expertise in characterizing interfaces and surfaces using X-ray spectroscopy techniques (PES, IPES, HAXPES, XAS, XES, RIXS) and synchrotron-based light sources
- Sound knowledge in electrochemistry, with experience in electrochemical characterization of batteries being advantageous
- Experience in quantum chemical calculations (especially simulations of spectra) and exposure to inorganic or organic chemistry is desirable
- Ability to work independently on scientific problems while interacting with multiple collaborating groups
- Excellent English communication skills; additional German skills are advantageous
- Compliance with the MSCA DN transnational mobility rule (not having spent more than 12 months in Germany in the past 36 months)
Job Description
- Preparing battery electrodes and characterizing cells using electrochemical methods
- Performing X-ray spectroscopic measurements of as-prepared and spent battery electrodes
- Maintaining and expanding EMIL and HIKE capabilities for analyzing electrode and electrolyte materials under real operating conditions using X-ray spectroscopy
- Analyzing and processing collected data and extrapolating results
- Presenting results at conferences and preparing publications in peer-reviewed journals
How to Apply
Interested candidates should include the following documents with their application:
- Letter of motivation detailing research interests
- Curriculum vitae (CV) including career stages, publications, research experience, and contact details of at least two scientific references
- Certificates
Applications must be submitted via the application management system by 16.06.2024. Due to data protection regulations, applications submitted by email or mail cannot be considered.
Last Date to Apply
16.06.2024
Benefits
- Working at the Energy Materials In-Situ Laboratory (EMIL) and the BESSY II synchrotron light source at HZB
- Flexible working hours, mobile work, and an internal advice center for work-life balance
- Opportunities for further education and training
- Company health management system
- Fixed-term contract for 36 months with a salary based on the Collective Agreement of German Public Service (TVöD, 75% E13)
- Company pension plan (VBL)
- Part of an international team
This position provides a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge battery research while gaining valuable experience within a collaborative European framework. Apply now to join a dynamic team at the forefront of energy materials research!
