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.
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Energy storage is critical to meeting the needs of modern societies, and batteries represent a predominant technology. While Na-oxygen batteries offer much higher energy density than current Metal-ion systems, the selection of suitable electrolytes remains a major hurdle which has yet to be overcome. This project aims to meet this challenge by exploring recently discovered hybrid electrolytes by CIC energiGUNE researchers to generate rational design principles; then from these (using careful selection of constituents; i.e., solvent(s), salt, and additive) develop a new generation of advanced electrolytes (i.e., solid electrolytes). The objective of the project is to establish, for the first time ever, the design principles for the electrolyte requirements for Na-oxygen batteries that improve stability, performance and lifetime, to ultimately achieve a solid-state Na-oxygen battery. The outcome of the project will not only lead to advances in system technologies, but also provide a framework for future progress in this field.
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TECHNIQUES TO BE USED:
The following techniques will be used through the project:
WHAT WE OFFER:
CIC energiGUNE will host the candidate granted by the Marie Sklodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Postdoctoral Fellowship to develop the project described.
The grant provides an allowance to cover living, travel and family costs. In addition, the EU contributes to the training, networking and research costs of the fellow, as well as to the management and indirect costs of the project. The grant is awarded to the host organisation, usually a university, research centre or a company in Europe. More information about the grant:
At CIC energiGUNE, researchers have access to a complete set of existing laboratory infrastructure and equipment, as well as to the needs identified during the project development to ensure a fruitful stay and the fullfilment of the objectives in due time.
Integration in an enthusiastic and multidisciplinary young group with great projection and commitments with sustainability and research quality.
HOW TO APPLY:
All applicants are invited to submit their applications including a cover letter, a detailed curriculum vitae and two reference letters DEADLINE EXTENDED UNTIL THE 18TH OF JUNE at this website.
The estimated final submission deadline to the European Commission is 15 September 2021. The funding decisions should be communicated around February 2022, and projects can start around April 2022 or later.
The selection process ends once the candidate is selected.
CIC energiGUNE is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity and the diversity of its workforce.