Research Assistant for High-Entropy Alloy Anodes for Lithium Batteries

Uppsala Universitet · plný úvazek

Box 523, Uppsala, Švédsko

Department of Chemistry - Ångström conducts research and education in chemistry. The department has more than 270 employees and an annual budget of over 300 million kronor. The department's six programs conduct highly successful research of high international caliber. We have a large number of externally funded research projects, often with international collaboration, and we see continued strong growth within our field of study. The department has teaching responsibilities in engineering and civil engineering programs as well as master's programs. For more information, visit our website: https://www.uu.se/medarbetare/institution/kemi-angstrom Job Duties Job duties include teaching, administration, or participation in research and focus on the development and evaluation of new high-entropy alloy anodes for lithium-ion batteries. The main tasks include literature reviews, material characterization, and preparation of electrodes and battery cells. The work also includes electrochemical testing. Results will be analyzed using impedance measurements (EIS) and electron microscopy (SEM), followed by data processing. Qualifications To be employed as a research assistant, you must be admitted to education at the basic or advanced level. The position requires experience with: Synthesis of high-entropy alloy anodes for lithium-ion batteries. Experience with impedance measurements (EIS) and electron microscopy (SEM). Very good English language skills Desirable/Meriting Experience Experience working in a battery laboratory. About the Employment The employment is temporary (2026-10-01–2026-12-31) according to HF 5 chapter § 12. The position is 20%. Start date by agreement. Location: Uppsala Information about the employment is provided by Torbjörn Fängström, [email protected] Welcome to submit your application by September 24, 2026, UFV-PA2026/2691. 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. Read more about our benefits and what it is like to work at Uppsala University: https://uu.se/om-uu/jobba-hos-oss/ The employment may be subject to security vetting. Security vetting is a requirement for employment; applicants must be approved. 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]