Research Fellow – Water Electrolysis (Ref. 08.20.38)


Employer: International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory (INL)

Location: Braga, Portugal

Number of Vacancies: 1

Group/Unit: Nanomaterials for Energy Storage and Conversion

Required Education: PhD Degree

Employment Type: Full time

Contract Duration: 30 months

Open Date for Applications: September 7th, 2020

Closing Date for Applications: October 6th, 2020


Organization Description

The International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory – INL (https://www.inl.int) – is the first and only International Intergovernmental Organisation in the world entirely focused on Nanoscience and Nanotechnology.
It was founded under an international legal framework to perform interdisciplinary research, deploy and communicate nanotechnology for the benefit of society. INL aims to be a recognized leading global nanotechnology innovation hub.


Project Specifications: This project is funded by Programa Operacional Fatores de Competitividade (POFC)/Compete

Name of the project: Mobilizador Baterias 2030

Reference number: 14/SI/2019 - PROGRAMAS MOBILIZADORES


Introduction

INL is seeking a highly qualified and experienced Research Fellow in the area of electrocatalysis, to develop atomically dispersed catalysts for use in PEM and alkaline water electrolysis.

The Baterias 2030 project aims to demonstrate different energy storage technologies as a central element for urban sustainability. Converting renewable energy into storable and dispensable hydrogen fuel is one of the major technologies to be developed in this project. In particular, new efficient electrocatalysts will be integrated and demonstrated in kW-scale electrolyzers, together with partners from academia and industry.


Job Role & Key Responsibilities

The Research Fellow will undertake the following main activities and responsibilities:

To synthesize atomically dispersed platinum group metal (PGM) and non-PGM catalysts;
To perform physicochemical characterization of prepared materials;
To assess the electrocatalytic performance of the catalysts synthesized;
To work on upscale synthesis of atomically dispersed catalysts;
To report experimental progress regularly and to publish the project results in scientific journals;
To disseminate the project results to different target groups;
Other lab maintenance/management/supervision tasks assigned by the Group Leader.
Job Requirements

Candidates should meet the following requirements:


Qualifications

PhD Degree in Materials Science and Engineering, Electrochemistry, Physical Chemistry, Solid State Physics, or any other relevant field.
Experience and Technical Skills

Have R&D experience in water electrolysis for at least 2 years but no more than 10 years after PhD;
Have several important publications in high-impact journals in the field and/or have one or more patents filed/granted on electrocatalysis;
Have hands-on experience in the synthesis and electrocatalytic performance of atomically dispersed catalysts;
Have hands-on experience in one or several of the following topics will be positively evaluated: noble metal nanoparticle synthesis, synthesis and design of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), upscale synthesis of nanomaterials (kilogram scale), membrane electrode assembly (MEA) fabrication, fabrication, and design of water electrolyzers (stacks), DFT calculations.
Personal Skills

Strong motivation to work, both independently and as part of a team in an interdisciplinary environment;
Good communication skills;
“Hands-on” approach combined with a high commitment in respecting working deadlines;
High organization and dynamism;
Self-motivated and self-disciplinary.
Note: Candidates should not have a labor contract with INL during the 12 months before the application.


Languages

Excellent communication skills in English are required since it is the working language of INL.


Supervision

The work plan will be developed at the INL under the scientific guidance of Dr. Lifeng Liu. The successful candidate will be integrated in the Nanomaterials for Energy Storage and Conversion (NESC) Group.


Duration of the contract

The total duration of the employment contract shall be 30 months and may be renewed based on the performance of the individual. The expected starting date is January 2021.


What we offer

Work Accidents insurance costs to be paid by INL, to provide coverage for work accidents and invalidity benefits;
Health insurance with excellent coverage;
Tax Benefits;
A family allowance for staff members that are married or that are living under the status of “common-law couple” and/or have any dependent child;
A child allowance for each dependent child;
Free Nursery Service at INL campus (subject to availability);
Support for Education fees of dependent children;
Depending on the place of residence, INL covers 100% of travel expenses for all family members;
30 days of annual leave;
Diplomatic status.
How to Apply

The application is made online through our e-recruiting platform. Please click on the “Apply” button.

For the application to be valid it must be made in English and the candidate must complete all required sections of the online application form, as well as submit all required documents. Incomplete applications will not be considered.


Supporting Documents

Please enclose the following supporting documents in pdf format:

(a)  Cover letter in English;

(b)  Curriculum Vitae in English;

(c)   Academic certificates.

The documents must be submitted in the “additional files” section using the “add portfolio” icon that appears in the application form.


Additional Information

Employment Agreement

If your application is successful and you accept our offer of employment, you will receive the employment agreement and all other relevant documents. If you are relocating, you will be given assistance by the HR Office.

If Your Application is Not Successful


We highly value your interest in becoming part of the INL experience and it is important for us to maintain good communications with all candidates. No matter the outcome of your application, we will always provide you with feedback.

Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Principle


INL promotes a non-discrimination and equal access policy, wherefore no candidate can be privileged, benefited, impaired or deprived of any rights whatsoever, or be exempt of and duties based on any possible discriminatory issues.


Enquiries should be made to: hr.services@inl.int.

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