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Postdoc Researcher in Flexible Electrodes for Supercapacitors

Job Summary

CIC energiGUNE is seeking for a postdoctoral researcher to design energy storage devices based on bio-compatible materials for wearable electronics.

Job Description

DESCRIPTION OF THE INSTITUTION:

CIC energiGUNE is a research center specialized in energy, electrochemical storage (batteries and supercapacitors), thermal energy solutions and hydrogen, a member of the Basque Research and Technology Alliance- BRTA, and, a strategic initiative of the Basque Government. CIC energiGUNE was created in 2011 to generate excellent knowledge and at the same time useful for the Basque business network, being a reference in knowledge transfer.

CIC energiGUNE has a dynamic research team of more than 100 researchers and is extremely well equipped with a wide range of up-to-date facilities that are fully available for all its researchers. Also, the European Commission has recently (2019) awarded CIC energiGUNE with the ´HR Excellence in Research´ which reflects its commitment to achieving fair and transparent recruitment and appraisal procedures and certifies the existence of a stimulating and favorable work environment for researchers in the institution.

For more details on CIC energiGUNE's research activities please visit our website at http://www.cicenergigune.com

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

CIC energiGUNE is seeking for a postdoctoral researcher to design energy storage devices based on bio-compatible materials for wearable electronics.

The position is connected to the e-PROT project that encompasses the rational design of efficient conductive protein systems, and the fabrication of all-protein based conductive structures and materials, targeting a radical change in design of greener energy storage devices.

The project involves renowned scientists working on leading-edge science and tecnology, who will address new challenges in the emerging field of bioelectronics. Specifically, the applicant will develop flexible electrodes based in carbon materials and will integrate them with protein-based electrolytes in micro-supercapacitors.

The candidate will work in a interdisciplinary environment employing innovative approaches located at the interface of chemistry and biology.

The main tasks of the project are:

Development and characterization of single carbon and carbon composite electrodes with pseudocapacitive materials to maximize the specific capacitance of the flexible electrodes.
Fundamental understanding and evaluation of the materials and parameters affecting the carbon ink formulation and deposition onto plastic substrates.
Evaluation of the electrode design and structuration process on the capacitive area of the pseudocapacitor electrodes.
Integration of the fabricated carbon electrodes with protein-based electrolytes and analysis of the electrochemical performance and the effect of the interfaces.

HOW TO APPLY:

All applicants are invited to submit their applications including a cover letter, a detailed curriculum vitae and two reference letters at this website: https://cicenergigune.com/en/employment-opportunities/83468581

The selection process ends once the candidate is selected.

CIC energiGUNE is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity and the diversity of its workforce.

Benefits

We are offering a 36-month contract and professional development opportunities with a competitive salary within the category.

Access to a complete set of existing laboratory infrastructure and equipment to ensure a fruitful stay and the fullfilment of the objectives in due time.

Candidates will join an integrated, enthusiastic, and multidisciplinary institute making high quality research and impactful contributions to the energy and sustainability fields.

CIC energiGUNE will also help smooth the transition for you and your family, providing a welcome program that offers help with accommodation and addresses other aspects to help you integrate into the local environment (such as free language courses, help with schools for children…).

CIC energiGUNE is located close to the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz (Spain), in the heart of the Basque Country. The Basque Country is the region with the highest R&D investment in Spain, with more than 20.000 researchers. The basque research ecosystem comprises a solid and collaborating community composed of universities, technology and cooperative research centers.

For more information: https://cicenergigune.com/en/work-with-us

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