Description:
Department of Chemistry - Ångström conducts research and education in chemistry. The Department has 270 employees and generates 300 million kronor in revenue. At the Department's six programs, highly successful research of high international caliber is conducted. We have a large number of externally funded research projects, often involving international collaboration, and we see continued strong growth within our field. The Department has teaching responsibilities in engineering and civil engineering programs as well as master's programs. More information is available on our website. Special Subject Description: Polymer electrolytes are materials consisting of salts dissolved in polymers, and can be implemented in solid-state batteries. They may also contain ceramic particles, forming so-called polymer-composite electrolytes. In this project, lithium-ion conducting polymer and composite electrolytes will be developed and tested with the aim of advancing these materials toward commercialization. Work Tasks: Synthesis of polymers, fabrication of polymer electrolytes, design of polymer-based solid-state batteries, electrochemical characterization of materials and electrochemical cells. Qualification Requirements: For this position, the following are required: - Bachelor's degree in chemistry or chemical engineering. - Excellent English language skills, both spoken and written. - Excellent Swedish language skills, both spoken and written. - Experience in experimental battery research - Excellent knowledge and familiarity with polymer electrolytes Great weight will also be placed on personal suitability. Consideration will be given to strong collaboration skills, initiative and independence, as well as how the applicant through their experience and competence is assessed to complement and strengthen research within the division/department and contribute to its future development. About the Position: Fixed-term employment until 2026-12-31. Full-time position. Start date: 2026-09-01 or by agreement. Location: Uppsala For information about the position, contact: Daniel Brandell, 018-4713709. Welcome to submit your application by August 25, 2026, UFV-PA 2026/4212. Uppsala University is a broad research university with a strong international position. The ultimate goal is to conduct education and research of the highest quality and relevance to make a difference in society. Our most important asset is all 7,500 employees and 53,000 students who with curiosity and commitment make Uppsala University one of the country's most exciting workplaces. Learn more about our benefits and what it's like to work at Uppsala University: https://uu.se/om-uu/jobba-hos-oss/ This position may be subject to a security clearance. A requirement for employment is that the applicant passes the security clearance. We decline offers of recruitment and advertising assistance. Applications are received through Uppsala University's recruitment system. Trade union representatives: Saco-S - [email protected], Seko - [email protected], ST (OFR/S) - [email protected]
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Overview
- Type
- job
- Status
- active
- Visibility
- public
- City
- Uppsala
- Address
- box 256
- GPS
- 59.8710738, 17.5946002
- Phone
- Published
- 10. 8. 2026
- Edited
- 15. 8. 2026