Researcher

Two researchers to Permascand

Permascand AB is one of the leading producers of electrodes for electrochemical process industries.The functionality of our electrodes is based on electrocatalytic caoting of complex metal oxides.Applications include water electrolysis, eletrowinning, corrosion protection as well as chlorate and chlorine production.The company has about 145 employees and is located in Ljungaverk, close to the geographical center of Sweden.Permascand AB is a subsidiary of Eka Chemicals and a business unit within the AkzoNobel organisation.

The research is aimed at increased understanding of electrode materials and their function in real electrochemical processes.Specific research projects will be formed in agreement to fit the profile and interests of the individuals.Qualified supervision is available in-house and througt the Training Network.More information about the Network is found at http://www.elcat.org.gu.se

Job description
.Research in matrials science, surface science and/or electrochemistry in collaboration with scientists at the company and in the Network.
.Oral and written presentation of results and gained experience within the company and the Network.
.Participation in meetings and courses in the ELCAT Network program.


Job requirements / Candidate profile
.Both positions:
Being a non-Swedish citizen, not having resided, worked or studied in Sweden for more than 12 months the last 3 years.
Fluent in English, written and spoken.
Having good ability to work within a team as well as by oneself.
.Experienced Researcher (ER):
A PhD degree in relevant discipline or at least four years (fulltime equivalent) of research experience after obtaining MSc degree.
An MSc degree (or eguivalent) in relevant discipline not older than four years at the day off appointment.
Ability to independently pursue scientific research.
.Early-Stage Researcher (ESR):
An MSc degree (or equivalent) in relevant discipline not older than four years at the day of appointment.


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