IMDEA Energy is opening a predoctoral researcher position for the High-Temperature Processes Unit looking for talented and motivated candidates to work on efficient solar thermochemical synthesis of liquid hydrocarbon fuels using tailored porous-structured materials.

Tasks Description:

• R&D on novel porous redox structures for production of solar fuels by thermochemical cycles.
• Design & synthesis of hierarchically porous materials by 3D printing techniques
• Material characterization by means of conventional techniques (DRX, SEM, TEM…) and specific tools in high-flux solar simulators (mechanical and chemical cyclability and performance)
• Critical analysis of the results and writing of reports.
• Dissemination and publication of research results in scientific journals and conferences.
• Supervision of Master and undergraduate students

Compulsory Requirements:

• M.Sc. degree in chemical engineering, material engineering or similar.
• Demonstrated experience and solid background on chemical synthesis and/or materials characterization techniques.
• Accredited oral and written communication skills in English.

Other merits to value:

• Knowledge and experimental practice on suspensions and/or colloidal pastes.
• International experience in research centres or universities.

• Adequacy of the candidate's training to the requested profile.
• Work experience related to the profile of the job position.
• Motivation for accomplishing high-quality research.
• Knowledge of English.

• Remuneration: Between 20.900 € – 23.300 € per year, depending upon qualification and expertise.

*The contract includes all the benefits of the Spanish Public Health and Social Security System.

• Duration of the contract: 1 year, possibility of renewal depending on performance.

IMDEA Energía, Móstoles, Madrid