Researcher in atomistic modeling of battery materials

Job description

The aim of the project is to study Na-based solid electrolytes through quantum mechanical modeling. Interphases to the electrodes are of interest for the project and ionic conductivity.

Qualifications

Requirements

• A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree 
• PhD in Physics or Materials Science. PhD in Chemistry may also be considered.
• Postdoc. Demonstrated experience with atomistic codes based on Density Functional Theory (DFT) such as VASP and Quantum Espresso.

Personal skills

As person, it is expected that you take initiative, are creative and supportive and work well in a team. Independence is also expected. We would also like you to have:

• Research expertise
• Teaching ability
• The ability to work towards research results being utilised in practice.
• The ability to inform about research and development work
• Experience of developing and leading activities and staff.
• Knowledge of diversity and equal opportunity issues, with specific focus on gender equality

Great emphasis will be placed on personal skills.

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To apply for the position

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The application must include:

• CV including relevant professional experience and knowledge.
• Copy of diplomas and grades from your previous university studies. Translations into English or Swedish if the original documents have not been issued in any of these languages.
• Brief account of why you want to conduct research, your academic interests and how they relate to your previous studies and future goals. Max two pages long.

Your complete application must be received by KTH no later than the last day of application, midnight CET/CEST (Central European Time/Central European Summer Time). 

About the employment

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