Postdoc position

Postdoc position in Supercritical carbon dioxide (CO2) technology for battery recycling

Battery innovation and recycling are essential to powering the e-mobility revolution and advancing green energy transitions. In this role, you'll play a key part in developing sustainable technologies that will shape the future. You’ll work alongside a dynamic, ambitious research team to push the boundaries of battery recycling, contributing directly to global sustainability goals. As part of this role, you'll have the opportunity to participate in international conferences, workshops, and collaborative projects, while developing expertise in battery recycling, advanced material characterization, and sustainable technologies.

This position offers the chance to refine your skills in research communication, project reporting, and creative problem-solving, preparing you for leadership in the sustainable energy sector.

Project overview

Our research group is a national and international leader in battery recycling, with strong industrial partnerships and a wide network in the field. This project, funded by the European Union's Horizon program, focuses on developing advanced recycling technologies, particularly in the recycling of electrolytes and binders from Li-ion batteries. As the demand for lithium-ion batteries grows, so does the challenge of managing the resulting waste. Effective recycling not only tackles environmental issues but also strengthens the supply of critical raw materials for the battery industry.

While many processes exist for recovering valuable materials, the recycling of organic components—especially electrolytes and binders—remains a major challenge. In this project, you’ll develop cutting-edge supercritical fluid technology to address this, driving forward sustainable recycling innovations. This is a rare opportunity to make a tangible impact in both the scientific and industrial aspects of green technology.

The research group 

The Nuclear Chemistry and Industrial Materials Recycling group at the division of Energy and Materials is a global leader in sustainable material recovery. With a dynamic team from over 10 countries, we specialize in advanced recycling methods such as aqueous chemistry, solvent extraction, high-temperature processes, and supercritical fluids. Initially focused on precious metals, our research now tackles critical recycling challenges in batteries, electronic waste, solar cells, and more.

We are pioneers in battery recycling, developing scalable technologies to efficiently recycle all components, including metals, organics, and electrolytes.

Main responsibilities


• Conduct research in line with the project, publish and present scientific papers, and contribute to academic discussions.
• Participate in departmental duties and teaching activities in Chemistry.

Qualifications


• PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or Physics (awarded within the last three years). Exceptions to the three-year limit can be made for parental leave, sick leave, or military service.
• Open-minded, decisive, and persistent in overcoming research challenges.
• Expertise in organic characterization by gas/liquid chromatography (GC and LC) and/or nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy
• Expertise in working at high pressure, with supercritical fluid or organic materials.
• Highly motivated, curious, and enthusiastic about the field of research.
• Able to work independently and take responsibility in a collaborative, international environment.

Contract terms
This is a full-time postdoctoral position for two years.

We offer
Chalmers offers a cultivating and inspiring working environment in the coastal city of Gothenburg. 
Read more about working at Chalmers and our benefits for employees.

Chalmers aims to actively improve our gender balance. We work broadly with equality projects, for example the GENIE Initiative on gender equality for excellence. Equality and diversity are substantial foundations in all activities at Chalmers.

Application procedure
The application should be marked with 20240522 and written in English. The application should be sent electronically and be attached as PDF-files, as below. Maximum size for each file is 40 MB. Please note that the system does not support Zip files.

CV: (Please name the document as: CV, Surname, Ref. number) including:
• CV, include complete list of publications
• Previous teaching and pedagogical experiences
• Two references that we can contact.

Personal letter: (Please name the document as: Personal letter, Family name, Ref. number)
1-3 pages where you:
• Motivate why you are applying for this position
• Describe your particular skills for this position
• Describe your previous research fields and main research results
• Describe your future goals and future research focus

Other documents:
• Attested copies of completed education, grades and other certificates.

Use the button at the foot of the page to reach the application form.

Please note: The applicant is responsible for ensuring that the application is complete. Incomplete applications and applications sent by email will not be considered.

Application deadline: 30 November, 2024

For questions, please contact:
Dr. Burçak Ebin, Energy and Materials
burcak@chalmers.se, +46731455083


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