Researcher in the field of materials for Li-ion Batteries
University of Oslo
Problemveien 7, 0313 Oslo
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Job Description
About the position
Position as Researcher available at the Centre for Materials Science and Nanotechnology (SMN), University of Oslo. The position is for a period of 15.7 months, with a preferred starting date of 01.01.2026.
Project description
We are searching for a skilled, creative and ambitious researcher to join our scientific activities within the field of battery materials. The successful candidate will be involved in two activities involving synthesis, electrode design and advanced characterization of the materials for Li-ion and Na-ion batteries.
The candidate will focus on:
- Synthesis of materials
- Electrode development
- Optimization of materials, electrochemical evaluation and operando characterization
- Development of electrochemical cells for X-ray based operando techniques
- Data treatment
Experiments using synchrotron facilities are foreseen, depending on access and travel regulations.
What we offer
- Exciting and meaningful tasks in an organization with an important societal mission.
- Committed colleagues in a good working environment.
- Good welfare schemes and opportunity for exercise during working hours.
- Membership in the Statens Pensjonskasse.
Requirements
- Applicants must hold a degree equivalent to a Norwegian doctoral degree in Chemistry, Materials Science or a closely related field.
- Fluent oral and written communication skills in English.
- Documented experience within the field of battery materials (Na-ion and Li-ion) from synthesis to fabrication.
- Documented experience with X-ray-based characterization (XRD, PDF and X-ray spectroscopy).
- Knowledge of electrochemical characterization of battery materials.
- Demonstrated experience with using large scale facilities for operando characterization.
Skills
Battery materials synthesisElectrode designX-ray characterization (XRD, PDF)Electrochemical evaluationOperando characterizationData treatmentSynchrotron-based measurementsScientific research
Salary
600 000 - 730 000 NOK
Experience
mid-level