Senior Researcher in Inorganic Materials and Solid-State Ionics for Energy Storage

hace 2 días


Gasteiz Vitoria, Álava, España Cic Energigune A tiempo completo

About CIC energiGUNE

CIC energiGUNE is a leading research center specializing in energy, electrochemical storage, thermal energy solutions, and hydrogen. As a member of the Basque Research and Technology Alliance - BRTA and a strategic initiative of the Basque Government, we are committed to generating fundamental excellence knowledge useful for the Basque business network.

Our Research Team

We have a dynamic research team of over 130 researchers, equipped with a wide range of up-to-date facilities available to the research community. Our team is dedicated to making high-quality research and impactful contributions to the energy and sustainability fields.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced researcher to lead the study of transport phenomena and reactivity of solids and solid-solid interfaces for their application in energy storage technologies. The selected candidate will lead a group of multidisciplinary researchers with broad expertise in their field and continue developing a competitive Research Group in the context of a state-of-the-art research landscape.

Key Responsibilities

  1. Design, characterization, and stabilization of inorganic surfaces and interfaces in Li and Post-Li batteries.
  2. Measurement of ionic and electronic transport properties of ceramic materials and metal anodes.
  3. Understanding the coupling between chemistry, electrochemistry, ionic transport, and mechanics (fracture, stress and strains, deformation, etc.) in solid-state batteries.
  4. Provide technical direction and execution in the development of scalable manufacturing processes for solid-state cells.
  5. Contribute to the development of Li and post-Li technologies.
  6. Be a referent and share knowledge in:
    1. Electrochemistry and testing of solid-state cells.
    2. Use of operando techniques and methods.
    3. Synthesis of inorganic materials.
  7. Leadership role in various research activities, such as writing research proposals, project execution/reporting/management, writing high-quality scientific research papers, and presenting research results at scientific conferences.
  8. Support the strategic long-term research in agreement with Scientific and Technology coordinators.
  9. Look after team member's hiring and professional development.
  10. Development of strategic partnerships and collaborations.
  11. Experience pursuing the development of intellectual property to protect technology developments and secure a competitive position.

What We Offer

We offer a permanent contract to join an innovative and cutting-edge center focused on sustainability, value creation, and the generation of collaborative ecosystems where the development of people and diversity is promoted. Candidates will join an integrated, enthusiastic, and multidisciplinary institute making high-quality research and impactful contributions to the energy and sustainability fields.

Minimum Requirements

  1. PhD in Chemistry, Materials Science, Engineering, or similar.
  2. Proven track record in science in the field of inorganic materials and solid-state ionics in the battery sector.
  3. Deep knowledge and expertise in:
    1. Physical chemistry of solids
    2. Electronic properties and reactivity
    3. The use of physical methods and concepts (quantum chemistry, spectroscopy, solid-state physics, etc.).
    4. Physicochemical processes that are important for modern solid-state energy and interface technologies.
  4. Long-term strategic research vision.
  5. Demonstrated experience in team management.
  6. Proactive, with a high capacity for commitment and teamwork, spirit of cooperation, and personal improvement.
  7. Resolute, with a high level of autonomy and goal orientation.
  8. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.


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