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Nº 1414 - (CIC energiGUNE) - Postdoc on Energy Storage Devices

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 Description of the job position (tasks and responsibilities)

Functions

Job function:

  • Development under industrial agreement of an all solid state battery.
  • Tuning and processing of commercially available materials for this specific application.
  • Optimization of the manufacturing process for individual all solid state battery components.
  • Evaluation of scalable and competitive processing routes for the fabrication of an all solid state battery.

Qualification requirements:

PhD in chemical, materials or industrial engineering, chemistry, materials science or related field with experience in:

  • Processing of alkaline metals, ceramics and/or polymeric compounds for energy storage applications with easily scalable techniques such as extrusion, casting, etc.
  • Leading process development, specifically in polymer extrusion.
  • Definition of materials specifications for different component processing/fabrication routes.
  • Scale up of lab-scale proof of concepts to small prototypes, taking the responsibility of engineering and product transfer from R&D to manufacturing.
  • Electrochemical characterization of electrodes, electrolytes and electrochemical energy storage systems by cyclic voltammetry, galvanostatic charge-discharge tests and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy measurements.
  • Characterization of materials and interfaces using physicochemical techniques such as rheology, X ray diffraction, optical/electron microscopy, infrared spectroscopy, Raman, etc.

Candidates which are familiar with the following topics will be positively evaluated:

  • FMEA analysis.
  • Process development with an end goal of successfully completing DQ/IQ/OQ/PQ activities.
  • Standards for energy storage: different IEC for EV, grids, PV, etc.
  • AutoCAD or Solid Works.

The candidate should be able to work independently and as part of a team, in collaboration with other groups, technical centres and industries. He/she should also have good verbal and written communication skills in English, as well as experience in communicating with external customers.

What we offer:

We are offering a 12-24 months contract and advantageous professional development opportunities.

In addition to the appeal of the entire project, the CIC Energigune offers a competitive basic salary augmented by important benefits such as special conditions for a private health insurance that compare favorably with the best global private and public institutions.

The Foundation will also help smooth the transition for you and your family, providing a welcome program that offers accommodation and addresses other aspects to help you integrate into the local environment.

All applicants are invited to submit detailed curriculum vitae and 2 reference letters at www.cicenergigune.com.

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

Workplace

Deadline for registration

11:59 PM hours from Tuesday, February 20, 2018

No. of positions: 1

Daily working hours

completa

Duration

De 12 a 24 month

Hours

flexible

Type of contract

Fixed term full time

Retribution

Se comentará en la fase final del proceso de selección - Bruto/Año

Incorporation

cuando se seleccione la candidatura idónea

 Candidates requirements

Academic requirements

  • University studies (PhD in Chemistry)

Languages

  • B2 in English

Computer requirements

  • "No computer skills required"

Competencies

  • "No skills required"