Postdoc position in X-ray imaging of cellulose based functional materials

Would you like to look into new sustainable materials and devices? Join us at Chalmers to explore the power of X-ray imaging applied to sustainable materials in energy and materials research.

Project description
Stimulated by major needs and challenges in science and a sustainable society, the ambition of the Department of Physics is to foster a creative environment for academic research, learning and outreach. We provide a competitive advantage by linking our top-level international and interdisciplinary academic performance in the areas of material science, nanotechnology and energy research. We address a wide array of experimental, computational, methodological and theoretical challenges, from fundamental physics research, through the development of new materials to direct industrial projects generating new inventions. We have a strong learning commitment on all levels from undergraduate to PhD studies where physics meet engineering.

The research at the division of Materials Physics is directed towards fundamental molecular level understanding of structure and dynamics of materials in relation to macroscopic functionality. A particular focus is towards soft matter, energy applicaitons and the development and application of advanced characterization tools. We work at both in-house laboratories and at international synchrotron and neutron facilities.

As a postdoc in this project you will work on the application of X-ray imaging and scattering techniques towards functional materials materials. In particular the project targets cellulose based materials for a wide range of applications, from energy (next generation batteries) to health (pharmaceutial formulations). The project will be coupled to the Wallenberg Wood Science Centre and will also have connections to to the ForMAX beamline at MAX IV. The work will involve X-ray micro/nano tomography and SAXS imaging, including analysis tools and sample environments aiming towards in-situ studies.

Major responsibilities
You will be a part of the division of Materials Physics at the Department of Physics at Chalmers University of Technology. The major part of your time will be devoted to your research project, where you will be expected to plan, perform and disseminate your work in large and small collaborative constellations. You will work in a cross-disciplinary environment and have large freedom to form your own research within the scope of the project. You are also expected to interact with other research groups in the Wallenberg Wood Sceince Centre. Supervision of BSc and MSc students can also be a part of the work.

Qualifications
The applicant should have a PhD in physics, material science, chemistry or other related areas. Previous experience in X-ray imaging is required. You should have an interest in materials science and sustainable materials. Fluency in written and spoken English is required.

Contract terms
The position is a full-time temporary employment for 2 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 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:
• Introduce yourself
• 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: 2024-12-31
 

For questions, please contact:
Prof. Aleksandar Matic, Materials Physics,
Matic@chalmers.se


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