PhD in Atomic layer deposition for novel battery materials

Are you passionate about sustainable energy materials and thin-film technologies for batteriesAre you interested in combining materials science atomic layer deposition and electrochemistry in cutting-edge lithium- and sodium-ion battery research We are looking for2 PhD candidatestodesign and engineer key interfaces in lithium- and sodium-ion battery technologies while collaborating with other Dutch academic partners and companies.

Within the Plasma & Materials Processing group at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) you will contribute to advance our growing research efforts inAtomic Scale Processing for next-generation energy devices. The central challenge of the research team is to design and engineer interfaces at the atomic scale by means of atomic layer deposition for green hydrogen production highly efficient metal halide perovskite-based photovoltaics and of course high energy density and safer batteries for e-mobility .

You will work in a highly collaborative environment within the Plasma & Materials Processing group embedded in TU/es strong Brainport ecosystem as well as tightly connected to other academic partners and industry through national research consortia ( and You are expected to contribute to scientific output supervise Bachelor and MSc students and actively collaborate with academic and industrial partners.

• Motivated and passionate researcher with a masters degree (or an equivalent university degree)in Chemistry Chemical Engineering (Applied) Physics or Materials Science.
• Ability to conducthigh qualityacademic research reflected in demonstratable outputs.
• Knowledge and expertise in thin film deposition (ALD CVD PVD) and material characterization
• Background knowledge in energy materials and/or battery technologies
• Demonstrated ability to perform high-quality independent research
• A team player who enjoys supervising Bachelor a highly internationaldynamicand interdisciplinary team.
• Excellent (written and verbal)proficiencyin Englishgood communication skills.
  
  

A meaningful job in a dynamic and ambitious university in an interdisciplinary setting and within an international network. You will work on a beautiful green campus within walking distance of the central train addition we offer you:

• Full-time employment for four years with an intermediate assessment after nine months. You will spend a minimum of 10% of your four-year employment on teaching tasks with a maximum of 15% per year of your employment.
• Salary and benefits (such as a pension scheme paid pregnancy and maternity leave partially paid parental leave) in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities scale P (min. 3059 - max. 3881 gross per month).
• A year-end bonus of 8.3% and annual vacation pay of 8%.
• High-quality training programs and other support to grow into a self-aware autonomous scientific researcher. At TU/e we challenge you to take charge of your own learning process.
• An excellent technical infrastructure on-campus childrens day care and sports facilities.
• Unlimited access to the modern oncampus TU/e Student Sports Center at an exceptionally affordable rate.
• An allowance for commuting working from home and internet costs.
• A Staff Immigration Team and a tax compensation scheme (the 30% facility) for international candidates.

On our website you can discover even more information about our conditions of employment. Build on your career at TU/e!

We are a leading international university where scientific curiosity meets a hands-on mindset. We work in an open and collaborative way with high-tech industries to tackle complex societal challenges. Our responsible and respectful approach ensures impact today and in the future. TU/e is home to over 13000 students and more than 7000 staff forming a diverse and vibrant academic community.

Our university is located in Brainport Eindhoven a worldleading tech region with more than 7000 hightech companies and strong R&D activity. Known for breakthroughs in AI photonics semiconductors and advanced manufacturing Brainport is a place where technology serves people and society. Learn more about the Brainport region here.

Do you recognize yourself in this profile and would you like to know more Please contact the hiring manager . M. (Adriana) Creatore .

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• Cover letter in which you describe your motivation and qualifications for the position.
• Curriculum vitae including a list of your publications and the contact information of three references. Kindly note that we may reach out to references at any stage of the recruitment process. We recommend notifying your references upon submitting your application.

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