Post-Doctoral Researcher -‘FreeHydroCells’ Project: The School of Chemistry at University College Cork invites applications for the position of Post-Doctoral Researcher on the Horizon Europe ‘FreeHydroCells’ Project. This 26-month, fixed-term, whole-time post will focus on the rational design and 3D printing of microlattice electrodes for the efficient harnessing of renewable solar energy to split water and convert it into chemical energy, specifically hydrogen fuel. The project is part of a multi-partner EU consortium with a collaborative research approach.
Designation: Post-Doctoral Researcher
Research Area: Renewable Energy, Materials Science, Electrochemistry
Location: University College Cork, Ireland
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Ph.D. in Chemistry, Materials Science, or related field.
- Strong background in materials-based energy conversion and electrochemical processes.
- Experience in 3D printing and electrode design is desirable.
- Ability to collaborate effectively within a multi-partner consortium.
Job Description:
Post-Doctoral Researcher – Horizon Europe ‘FreeHydroCells’ Project
The Post-Doctoral Researcher will play a crucial role in the ‘FreeHydroCells’ Project by:
- Rationally designing and 3D printing microlattice electrodes with varying properties.
- Coating these electrodes with materials provided by project partners.
- Conducting electrochemical and photochemical water splitting experiments.
- Utilizing broadband acoustic resonance dissolution spectroscopy (BARDS) for real-time gas evolution monitoring.
- Collaborating with partners from Tyndall National Institute, CEA (France), AMO and RTWH (Germany), and CNR (Italy).
Salary: €42,031 – €48,427 per annum (IUA PD1 Salary Scale)
Project Title: FreeHydroCells
Application Process:
- For further details of the post, including an information package, visit https://ore.ucc.ie/.
- Informal inquiries can be directed in confidence to Professor Colm O’Dwyer at c.odwyer@ucc.ie.
- All applications must be submitted online via the University College Cork vacancy portal https://ore.ucc.ie/. For application-related queries, email recruitment@ucc.ie, quoting the job title and project name.
- The application deadline is 12 noon (Irish Local Time) on Monday, 16 October 2023. Late applications will not be accepted.
Note: Appointment to this post is subject to University approval and the terms of the employment control framework for the higher education sector. University College Cork is committed to diversity and inclusivity, and encourages applications from underrepresented groups. Policies and initiatives related to diversity and equal opportunities can be found at https://www.ucc.ie/en/edi/policies/ and https://www.ucc.ie/en/edi/implementation/.
UNIVERSITY COLLEGE CORK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER
Contact Person: Professor Colm O’Dwyer
Job ID: 070832
Close Date: 16-Oct-2023 12:00
Contact Email: c.odwyer@ucc.ie
