瑞士材料科学技术研究所(EMPA)下一代锂电池用液态电解质博士后职位

瑞士材料科学技术研究所(EMPA)下一代锂电池用液态电解质博士后职位

Postdoc Position On Liquid Electrolytes For Next-Generation Lithium-Ion Batteries

Empa Materials Science And Technology

Empa is the research institute for materials science and technology of the ETH Domain and conducts cutting-edge research for the benefit of industry and the well-being of society.

Empa's Laboratory Materials for Energy Conversion focuses on materials and device innovation for sustainable energy conversion and storage technologies. We are offering aPostdoc position on liquid electrolytes for next-generation lithium-ion batteries

The research project focuses on the development of liquid electrolytes for next-generation lithium-ion batteries based on Si/graphite anodes and nickel- rich NMC cathodes for automotive applications. Your task is to develop electrolytes that improve cycle life and safety of the battery. You will be embedded in the collaborative research framework of a European (H2020) project. This will enable you to interact with leading European academic and industrial partners including an electrolyte producer and a large cell maker. Within this project, the ability to publish is not restricted. Generation of intellectual property (patents) is encouraged.

Our labs are fully equipped for electrolyte development and testing. State-of- the-art facilities include synthesis labs with fume hoods, Schlenk lines, rotary evaporator, temperature-dependent viscosity, conductivity, and density analysis, thermal analysis (TGA, DSC), Raman and FTIR spectrometers, glove- boxes, facilities to assemble coin cells, Swagelok cells as well as small pouch cells, electrochemical characterization including battery cyclers (Arbin, Bio-Logic), impedance spectroscopy (Bio-Logic, Novo-control), X-ray diffractometers (including operando cells) etc. Access to NMR (including PFG-NMR), elemental analysis (CHN, ICP-OES), advanced electron microscopy facilities (SEM, TEM) and surface analytical tools (XPS, ToF- SIMS) is also available.

We are looking for a highly motivated team player ready to work independently in Empa's vibrant international research environment. The ideal candidate possesses a PhD in chemistry, materials science or related fields. Prior experience in electrochemistry and battery research is an advantage.