Key responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and optimize advanced battery systems with a focus on electrochemical performance and material stability.
• Conduct fundamental and applied battery testing experiments, including cell assembly, electrochemical characterization (e.g., cycling performance, rate capability, EIS), and post-mortem analysis.
• Lead experimental activities related to battery material evaluation, particularly anode materials, including hard carbon and other next-generation electrode materials.
• Analyze and interpret experimental data, prepare technical reports, and publish findings in peer-reviewed journals.
• Collaborate with international research partners, including coordination of sample testing and evaluation when required.
• Contribute to the development of innovative battery chemistries, including lithium-ion, sodium-ion, or other emerging energy storage technologies.
• Support grant writing activities and contribute to project management and reporting.
• Ensure laboratory safety compliance and maintain high standards of research integrity and documentation.
• Disseminating results to the public and scientific communities

Profile of candidates/requirements:

• Applicants must have a PhD degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or a related field with a strong focus on electrochemistry or energy storage systems received no later than five years prior to the date of application
• Demonstrated expertise in battery systems, including hands-on experience with cell assembly and electrochemical testing (e.g., galvanostatic cycling, CV, EIS).
• Strong background in electrode materials research, particularly anode materials such as hard carbon or other carbon-based materials (experience with cathode materials is an advantage).
• Familiarity with lithium-ion and/or sodium-ion battery technologies; knowledge of next-generation chemistries is considered a strong asset.
• Ability to independently analyze and interpret electrochemical and materials data.
• Experience in scientific writing and publishing in peer-reviewed journals.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in an international research environment.
• Outstanding research achievements reflected by the publication record and other relevant activities
• Strong organization abilities, creativity, motivation and communication skills in English are highly required, reflected by the record of conference presentations on important international scientific events