Postdoc in Bio-polymer Based Electrolytes

Om jobbet

Join us at the Division of Applied Chemistry, Department of Chemistry and Chemical engineering, and help advance knowledge in the field of electrolytes based on bio-polymers.

About us

The Department of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering pushes the knowledge of chemistry and chemical engineering forward in a broad field of research and education. We offer an international environment, with scientific areas ranging from fundamental chemistry, health and medical technology, materials science, renewable energy, to chemical engineering processing, material recycling, nuclear chemistry, theory and modelling.

At the division of Applied Chemistry, we primarily focus on applied research, that is, research aimed at addressing societal challenges and that is ready for implementation either immediately or in the near future. Examples of application areas include fossil-free fuels and energy systems, electronic devices, health and technology, the utilisation of fibres and forest-based materials, and various forms of catalysis.

About the research project

Our team is searching for a curious and productive postdoctoral fellow, interested in doing research on bio-polymer based electrolytes. In particular, while the composition of the bio-polymer is already defined, the liquid phase is aqueous and contains of different salts based on mono- or multi-valent cations. The project is in a phase where the use of vibrational spectroscopy, applied during variable conditions (like temperature and degree of hydration) is crucial to further develop the material concept.

Who we are looking for

The following requirements are mandatory:

• A doctoral degree in chemistry, physics or materials science (or an equivalent foreign degree). This eligibility requirement must be met no later than the time the employment decision is made
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Experience in Raman spectroscopy, especially using advanced cells for controlled temperature variations.
• Experience with materials in the liquid state
• Experience with synthesis of materials

The following experience will strengthen your application:

• A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree, obtained within the last three years prior to the application deadline
• Experience in other techniques, such as crystallography and differential scanning calorimetry.

What you will do

• Collaborate with a team of seniors and postdocs already active in the project.
• Plan and perform measurements using Raman and Infarred spectrometers, under variable conditions. You will also design sample cells that will faciliatate your measurements. Analyse the data, discuss them with the team, and communicate them in the form of oral presentations at conferences or as high-quality scientific articles.
• Design experiments that are truly complementary to NMR measurements.
• Possibility to engage in the supervision younger students.

Contract terms

The position is a temporary full-time employment for two years.

The position requires physical presence throughout the entire employment. A document certifying your degree of doctor must be provided. A valid residence permit must be presented by the start date, otherwise the offer may be withdrawn.

What we offer

• As a postdoc at Chalmers, you are an employee and enjoy all employee benefits. Read more about working at Chalmers and our benefits for employees.

• A dynamic and inspiring working environment in the coastal city of Gothenburg.

• Read more about Sweden's generous parental leave, subsidized day care, free schools, healthcare etc at Move To Gothenburg.

Chalmers is dedicated to improving gender balance and actively works with equality projects, such as the GENIE Initiative for gender equality and excellence.

If Swedish is not your native language, Chalmers offers Swedish courses to help you settle in.

Application procedure

The application should be written in English be attached as PDF-files, as below. Maximum size for each file is 40 MB. Please note that the system does not support Zip files.

CV

• A comprehensive CV, including a complete list of publications.
• Details of previous teaching and pedagogical experience.

Personal letter

• A brief introduction about yourself.
• A summary of your previous research fields and key research outcomes.
• An outline of your future goals and research focus.

Use the button at the foot of the page to reach the application form.

A background check may be conducted as part of the application process.

Please note:The applicant is responsible for ensuring that the application is complete. Incomplete applications and applications sent by email will not be considered. Contact details to references will be requested after the interview.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and suitable candidates may be invited for interviews prior to the application deadline.

We welcome your application no later than 16 May, 2026.

For questions please contact:

Anna Martinelli
Professor
anna.martinelli@chalmers.se

We look forward to your application!

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