Last Date: 8th November 2023.
Job description/project description:
Position as Researcher is available at the Centre for Materials Science and Nanotechnology (SMN), University of Oslo.
The position is for a period of 24 months, with a possibility of up to 12 months extension.
Starting date as soon as possible, or after agreement with SMN.
Knowledge development in a changing world – Science and technology towards 2030
Department of XXX
More about the position
We are searching for a candidate with a strong expertise in battery materials, willingness and ability to learn and apply new methods, who is creative of nature and skilled to work independently as well in a team.
The researcher shall apply advanced characterization techniques to gain insights into operating mechanism of self-healing in Li-ion batteries. The candidate will work on development and advanced characterization of anodes with self-healing functionalities. The candidate will be involved in studies of dynamical material changes through operando techniques (primarily X-ray based methods). The work related to materials preparation, modification and manipulation including characterization by SEM will be performed at UiO; the electro-chemical studies will be done at UiO and/or facilities of the partners. Synchrotron-based characterization are foreseen at the ESRF facilities.
The Centre for Materials Science and Nanotechnology (SMN) comprises UiO’s focus on renewable energy, materials science, and nanotechnology. The Centre is an interdisciplinary collaboration between five research groups in physics and chemistry, and spearheads the MN Faculty’s efforts for sustainable energy solutions. The candidate will work within the field of Materials Chemistry with the
focus on advanced characterization of battery materials at the research group NAFUMA at SMN. The candidate must be able and willing to take on tasks for the benefit of our research group.
The candidate is expected to work as part of a team with PhD research fellows, postdoctoral fellows and researchers working on materials synthesis, characterization and modelling within and outside our battery group. He/she is expected to interact and interface between multiple academic and industrial partners within the EU funded project SALAMANDER. The SALAMANDER project
revolutionizes Li-ion batteries (LIB) by integrating embedded sensors and selfhealing capabilities to enhance their quality, reliability, and lifespan. Our innovative approach involves incorporating “smart” features into the battery, enabling it to analyze its own degradation indicators and autonomously trigger self-healing responses with external stimuli. Through the deployment of three types of sensors
and two self-healing mechanisms, we address the most damaging reactions typically encountered in LIBs.
Qualification requirements:
The Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences has a strategic ambition to be among Europe’s leading communities for research, education and innovation. Candidates for these fellowships will be selected in accordance with this, and expected to be in the upper segment of their class with respect to academic credentials.
Required skills:
- Master’s degree or equivalent in chemistry, nanotechnology, or a closely related subject
- Foreign completed degree (M.Sc.-level) corresponding to a minimum of four years in the Norwegian educational system
- Fluent oral and written communication skills in English
- Knowledge of battery materials and battery chemistries
- Experience in handling battery materials and fabrication of Li-ion batteries
- Expertise in analysis of operando X-ray data for Li-ion batteries
- Expertise in analysis of pair distribution function data
Personal skills:
- Ability to conduct high-quality independent research within a broad collaboration
- Self-motivation, creativity, genuine curiosity about the subject, work discipline, professional ethics, and ambition
- Good social, communication and collaboration skills and ability to work independently and in interdisciplinary scientific environment
- Interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team
We offer:
- Salary NOK minimum 502 300 – 584 500 per annum depending on qualifications in position as Researcher (position code 1108)
- Attractive welfare benefits and a generous pension agreement
- Professionally stimulating working environment
- Vibrant international academic environment
- Oslo’s family-friendly surroundings with their rich opportunities for culture and outdoor activities
The application must include:
- Cover letter (statement of motivation, summarizing scientific work and research interest)
- CV (summarizing education, positions, pedagogical experience, administrative experience and other qualifying activity)
- Copies of educational certificates, academic transcript of records and letters of recommendation
- A complete list of publications and up to 5 academic works that the applicant wishes to be considered by the evaluation committee
- Names and contact details of 2-3 references (name, relation to candidate, e-mail and telephone number)
The application with attachments must be delivered in our electronic recruiting system, please follow the link “apply for this job”. Foreign applicants are advised to attach an explanation of their University’s grading system. Please note that all documents should be in English (or a Scandinavian language).
In assessing the applications, special emphasis will be placed on the documented, academic qualifications, as well as the candidates motivation and personal suitability. Interviews with the best qualified candidates will be arranged.
It is expected that the successful candidate will be able to complete the project in the course of the period of employment.
Formal regulations:
According to the Norwegian Freedom and Information Act (Offentleglova) information about the applicant may be included in the public applicant list, also in cases where the applicant has requested non-disclosure.
The University of Oslo has an agreement for all employees, aiming to secure rights to research results a.o.
The University of Oslo aims to achieve a balanced gender composition in the workforce and to recruit people with ethnic minority backgrounds.
Contact persons:
For further information about the position please contact:
Assoc. Prof. Alexey Y. Koposov, phone: +47 966 94 531, e-mail: [email protected]
For technical questions regarding the recruitment system please contact:
HR-adviser Olga Holmlund, e-mail: [email protected]
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