Predoctoral Researcher Position to work on integrated electrochemical hydrogen production and wastewater decontamination


IMDEA Energy Institute is a María de Maeztu Center of Excellence whose objective is to develop R&D activities in the fields of renewable energies and clean energy technologies by establishing strong links with leading companies in the energy sector. (www.energy.imdea.org).

Description

IMDEA Energy is opening a Predoctoral Position for the Electrochemical Processes Unit, looking for talented and motivated candidates to work on Integrated Electrochemical Hydrogen Production and Water Decontamination.

This project is publicly funded through NITRO-D-CELL

Tasks Description:

  • Research on innovative materials for Hydrogen production and pollutant removal.
  • Synthesis, formulation, and electrochemical characterization of electrode materials.
  • Use of advanced characterization and analytical techniques such as SEM, XRD, XPS, N2 Adsorption Isotherms, Raman, FTIR, Gas Chromatography, Ion Chromatography, etc.
  • Manufacturing components for electrochemical cells.
  • Assembly and testing of electrochemical cells.
Requirements

Compulsory Requirements:

  • Degree in Chemistry, Physics, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or similar.
  • Official Master degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering or simila in the last three years.

Other Merits to value:

  • Specific training or hands-on experience in the treatment of contaminated liquid effluents.
  • Specific training or hands-on experience with electrochemical energy storage and/or conversion devices.
  • Hands-on experience with Infrared spectroscopy, X-ray Diffraction, or Raman spectroscopy techniques
  • Experience in writing scientific publications.
  • Proficient oral and written communication skills in English.
Selection Criteria
  • Adequacy of the candidate's training to the requested profile.
  • Work experience related to the profile of the job position.
  • Knowledge of English.
  • Motivation for accomplishing high-quality research.
Conditions
  • 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: One year with annual renewals depending on performance.
Workplace

IMDEA Energía, Móstoles, Madrid

Documents

Final decisions will be personally communicated by e-mail to all candidates.

 

Equal opportunities are guaranteed in the selection process, without any forms of discrimination. Female  applicants are encouraged to apply to favor parity in employment.
IMDEA Energy commitment is to guarantee equality in measures to balance personal, family and working life and to promote gender equality.