As part of your work at the HIU, your scientific tasks related to battery research include:

• Synthesis and investigation of cathode materials, electrolytes, binders and electrode formulations for sodium ion batteries
• Chemical and electrochemical characterization using, among other things, X-ray analysis and optical methods as well as preparation and testing of battery cells
• Own research work and development of research approaches to SIB
• Scientific supervision of an activity consisting of doctoral students, master's students and research assistants
• Writing publications, presentations and project reports
• Organization and coordination of the working group's activities in the projects "ENTISE" AND "SIB:DE"
• Preparation of scientific proposals, acquisition of third-party funding
• Teaching responsibilities may be taken on upon request.

The workplace is in Ulm.

• A university degree (Master) in the field of chemistry/physics with a completed doctorate, alternatively a degree in a similar field with a completed doctorate, with a research focus in battery research/energy storage
• Several years of research experience in the field of electrochemistry of energy storage and in the development of electrochemical energy storage
• Research experience in the development of sodium ion batteries (SIBs)
• Experience in the scientific management of an activity and with the ambition of an academic career
• Very good knowledge of spoken and spoken English.

Salary

Salary category 13, depending on the fulfillment of professional and personal requirements.