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Postdoctoral researcher for water electrolyzers


  • Job: Postdoctoral positions
  • Location: Vitoria (Spain)
  • Contract: Temporary
  • Working day: Full time
  • Sector: Energy
  • Vacancies: 1
  • Discipline: Innovation
  • Work modality: Hybrid

CIC energiGUNE

CIC energiGUNE is a research center specialized in energy, electrochemical storage (batteries and supercapacitors), thermal energy solutions and hydrogen, a member of the Basque Research and Technology Alliance- BRTA, and, a strategic initiative of the Basque Government. CIC energiGUNE was created in 2011 to generate excellent knowledge and at the same time useful for the Basque business network, being a reference in knowledge transfer.

CIC energiGUNE has a dynamic research team of more than 100 researchers and is extremely well equipped with a wide range of up-to-date facilities that are fully available for all its researchers. Also, the European Commission has recently awarded CIC energiGUNE with the ´HR Excellence in Research´ which reflects its commitment to achieving fair and transparent recruitment and appraisal procedures and certifies the existence of a stimulating and favorable work environment for researchers in the institution.

For more details on CIC energiGUNE's research activities please visit our website at http://www.cicenergigune.com

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Hydrogen electrocatalysis group at CIC energiGUNE is recruiting a researcher with expertise on water electrolyzers. The postdoctoral position is offered in the framework of the creation of the new hydrogen group. The candidate will be part of a multidisciplinary environment at CIC energiGUNE and will work in close collaboration with postdocs and PhD students in the research centre.

The general aims of the project are:

  • Electrochemical characterization of solid electrolyte-electrode interfaces
  • Optimization of electrochemical processes of electroplating.
  • Desing of new electrochemical cell configurations
  • Dissemination of the results in project meetings, publications, participating in conferences, etc

AreaElectrochemical energy storage (EES)

Research groupElectrochemical hydrogen technologies

WHAT WE OFFER:

  • We are offering a 3-year contract and advantageous professional development opportunities with the possibility of renewal based upon satisfactory job performance, continuing availability of funds, and ongoing operational needs.
  • Flexible working hours and with on-site work model with the option to eventually telework.
  • Full access to cutting-edge laboratory facilities and characterization platforms.
  • The incorporation to a top research center in Europe that makes high quality research and impactful contributions to the energy and sustainability fields.
  • Professional and personal development: opportunity to attend seminars, international conferences, trainings, etc.
  • Integrated, enthusiastic, international and multidisciplinary environment.
  • A welcome program that offers help with finding accommodation and addresses other aspects to help you integrate into the local environment (such as free language courses, assistance with the administrative procedures, help with schools for children…).

For more information: https://cicenergigune.com/en/work-with-us

TO APPLY:

All applicants are invited to submit their application a detailed curriculum vitae along with a motivation letter at this website:.

The selection process ends once the candidate is selected.

CIC energiGUNE is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity, and the diversity of its workforce.

DESCRIPTION OF THE INSTITUTION:

For more details on CIC energiGUNE's research activities please visit our website at http://www.cicenergigune.com.

Requirements

  • PhD in Electrochemistry, Materials Science or similar. Applications with Doctor of Engineering with specialization in electrochemistry are also welcome
  • Strong knowledge in fundamental electrochemistry is indispensable.
  • Critical thincker and problem solver with preffered interest in technology transfer.
  • Expertise on the synthesis and processing of nanocatalyst and inks.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills in English is essencial.

The following additional experience and skills will be highly valued:

  • Expertise in redox-flow and/or decouple electrolyzers.
  • Characterization techniques such as XRD, Gas cromatography, spectroscopy (XAS, Raman, XPS) and microscopy (TEM/SEM).
  • Expertise in MEA preparations and single cell assembly.
  • A team player who can collaborate with other groups, technical centers, and industries.
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  • Job: Postdoctoral positions
  • Location: Vitoria (Spain)
  • Contract: Temporary
  • Working day: Full time
  • Sector: Energy
  • Vacancies: 1
  • Discipline: Innovation
  • Work modality: Hybrid