PostDoc Position “Redox Blend”: Join us in advancing cutting-edge research on long-duration electricity storage technologies through our innovative project focusing on aqueous redox flow batteries. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of next-generation organic redox mediators.
PostDoc Position within the Project “Redox Blend”
Designation:
Postdoctoral Researcher
Table:
| Job Element | Details |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Aqueous Redox Flow Batteries |
| Location | University of Twente |
| Eligibility/Qualification | PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or Nanoscience/Technology |
| Salary | €4,241 – €5,538 (gross/monthly) |
| Hours | 38 – 40 hr/week |
| Employment Duration | Full-time for two years |
| Application Deadline | March 31, 2026 |
Research Area:
The project focuses on developing reversible reduction of highly concentrated bicarbonate/formate solutions for long-duration storage in redox flow batteries.
Location:
University of Twente, Enschede, Netherlands
Eligibility/Qualification:
- PhD Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or Nanoscience/Technology.
- Experience in electrochemical engineering and/or reactor/process design and evaluation.
- Fluent in English and capable of collaborative communication.
Job Description:
The PostDoc position will involve:
- Developing stack systems for the reduction of bicarbonate/formate solutions.
- Benchmarking against known vanadium redox couples.
- Creating and assessing a trickle bed reactor that includes a “booster” for redox chemistry.
- Collaborating with internal and external parties in regular meetings and research activities.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their applications via the provided application button by including:
- A CV
- A motivation letter and/or list of publications.
Last Date for Application:
March 31, 2026
For more information about the position (no direct applications), contact Prof. Guido Mul at g.mul@utwente.nl.
