This job offer was closed at 2025-10-19
Postdoctoral researcher in polymer synthesis
Job Vacancy
Research Field: Chemistry
Sub Research:
Job Summary
CIC energiGUNE is recruiting a researcher por the Synthesis and design of polymeric materials team.
Job Description & Benefits
Description:
Main tasks:
Design and synthesis of monomer and polymer materials with ad-hoc properties.
Structural and physicochemical characterization: nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy (NMR), Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), Raman, gel permeation chromatography (GPC), differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), thermogravimetric analysis (TGA).
Polymer electrolytes formulation, cell integration, and characterization.
Processing and analysis of the results obtained from the characterization tests, providing conclusions and ideas to improve the synthesis procedure and electrolyte performance.
Participating in communication with companies and proposals preparation when required.
- Area: Electrochemical Energy Storage (EES)
- Research Line: Polymer-rich electrolyte batteries
DESCRIPTION OF THE INSTITUTION:
WHO ARE WE? https://cicenergigune.com/en/who-are-we
WHERE ARE WE? https://cicenergigune.com/en/welcome
OUR FACILITIES: https://cicenergigune.com/en/platforms-facilities
For more details on CIC energiGUNE's research activities please visit our website at http://www.cicenergigune.com.
Requirements
Main tasks:
Design and synthesis of monomer and polymer materials with ad-hoc properties.
Structural and physicochemical characterization: nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy (NMR), Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), Raman, gel permeation chromatography (GPC), differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), thermogravimetric analysis (TGA).
Polymer electrolytes formulation, cell integration, and characterization.
Processing and analysis of the results obtained from the characterization tests, providing conclusions and ideas to improve the synthesis procedure and electrolyte performance.
Participating in communication with companies and proposals preparation when required.
- Area: Electrochemical Energy Storage (EES)
- Research Line: Polymer-rich electrolyte batteries
DESCRIPTION OF THE INSTITUTION:
WHO ARE WE? https://cicenergigune.com/en/who-are-we
WHERE ARE WE? https://cicenergigune.com/en/welcome
OUR FACILITIES: https://cicenergigune.com/en/platforms-facilities
For more details on CIC energiGUNE's research activities please visit our website at http://www.cicenergigune.com.
Requirements
Benefits:
WHAT WE OFFER:
We are offering a 3-year contract and advantageous professional development opportunities with the possibility of renewal based upon satisfactory job performance, continuing availability of funds, and ongoing operational needs.
Full access to cutting-edge laboratory facilities and characterization platforms.
The incorporation to a top research center in Europe that makes high quality research and impactful contributions to the energy and sustainability fields.
Professional and personal development: opportunity to attend seminars, international conferences, trainings, etc.
Integrated, enthusiastic, international and multidisciplinary environment.
LIFE-BALANCE BENEFITS:
Flexible working hours promoting work-life balance and self-organization.
On-site work model with the option to telework.
A welcome program that offers help with finding accommodation and addresses other aspects to help you integrate into the local environment (such as free language courses, assistance with the administrative procedures, help with schools for children…).
For more information: https://cicenergigune.com/en/work-with-us
WHAT WE OFFER:
We are offering a 3-year contract and advantageous professional development opportunities with the possibility of renewal based upon satisfactory job performance, continuing availability of funds, and ongoing operational needs.
Full access to cutting-edge laboratory facilities and characterization platforms.
The incorporation to a top research center in Europe that makes high quality research and impactful contributions to the energy and sustainability fields.
Professional and personal development: opportunity to attend seminars, international conferences, trainings, etc.
Integrated, enthusiastic, international and multidisciplinary environment.
LIFE-BALANCE BENEFITS:
Flexible working hours promoting work-life balance and self-organization.
On-site work model with the option to telework.
A welcome program that offers help with finding accommodation and addresses other aspects to help you integrate into the local environment (such as free language courses, assistance with the administrative procedures, help with schools for children…).
For more information: https://cicenergigune.com/en/work-with-us
Additional details:
TO APPLY:
All applicants are invited to submit their application a detailed curriculum vitae along with a motivation letter at this website: https://cicenergigune.com/en/employment-opportunities/116536340
The selection process ends once the candidate is selected.
CIC energiGUNE is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity, and the diversity of its workforce. Therefore, as part of our commitment to inclusion, we welcome applications regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age.
TO APPLY:
All applicants are invited to submit their application a detailed curriculum vitae along with a motivation letter at this website: https://cicenergigune.com/en/employment-opportunities/116536340
The selection process ends once the candidate is selected.
CIC energiGUNE is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity, and the diversity of its workforce. Therefore, as part of our commitment to inclusion, we welcome applications regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age.
Job Details
Program:
No
SESAM Number:
Type of Contract:
Temporary
Profile:
Recognised Researcher (R2), Established Researcher (R3)
Status:
Full-time
Hours/Week:
40
Company:
CIC energiGUNE
Location:
Vitoria-Gasteiz
Álava
SPAIN
Organization Contact
Name:
CIC energiGUNE
Type:
Research Laboratory
Dept/Lab:
Address:
Albert Einstein 48 01510 Minano ALAVA SPAIN
Email:
Website:
Phone/Fax:
Ph: + 34 945 297 108
Application Details
Required Education Level
Level 1
Degree: PhD or equivalent
Field: Chemistry
Required Research Experiences
Experience 1
Field: Chemistry
Sub Field:
Years: 2
Required Languages
ENGLISH:
Excellent
Additional Requirements
Skills
Specific Requirements
PhD in Chemistry / Polymer Chemistry / Organic Chemistry / Materials Science / or a related field is required.
Strong background in polymer design and synthesis.
Hands-on experience of standard operating procedures for polymer synthesis and characterization.
Knowledge on polymer electrolytes and solid-state batteries would be considered positively.
Knowledge on electrochemical testing methods would be considered positively.
Systemic problem-solving skills.
A good team player who can collaborate with other groups, academic and industrial partners.
Good verbal and written communication skills in English.
