Arbetsbeskrivning

Join us at the Division of Energy and Materials, Department of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, and help advance knowledge in the field of hydrometallurgy and Li-ion batteries recycling.  About us  The Department of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering represent a broad field of fundamental and applied research and education. Our research activities reach from fundamental chemistry, chemistry at the interface of biology and medicine, materials science, renewable energy, to chemical engineering processing, material recycling, nuclear chemistry, as well as theory and modelling.  The division of Energy and Materials has diverse research activity, focusing on different aspects of material and energy related questions. We contribute to a sustainable society by developing improvements for materials and energy systems applicable in many areas. About the research project   The project you will work on is focused on the innovative processing of Li-ion batteries using environmentally friendly chemicals. Your task will be to optimize existing technology and adapt the process for the needs of the partners working on the innovative recovery of lithium and other valuable metals. Please observe: Since the department is also a nuclear facility, only citizens of the countries who are signatory of Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons can apply and be considered for the position. Please check the status of your country before applying. Who we are looking for  The following requirements are mandatory:  • A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree in a relevant field. This eligibility requirement must be met no later than the time the employment decision is made   • Strong written and verbal communication skills in English  • Experience in hydrometallurgy, chemistry and analytical methods.    You are expected to be somewhat accustomed to teaching, and to demonstrate good potential within research and education.  The following experience will strengthen your application:  • A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree in a relevant field, obtained within the last three years prior to the application deadline • Experience in process development using hydrometallurgical techniques.   What you will do  • Development and optimization of the process.  • Comminucation with partners.  • Dissemination activities and reporting.   • Supervise master’s and/or PhD students to a certain extent  • Possibility to engage in teaching at undergraduate/master’s level  The position is meritorious for future roles in academia, industry, or the public sector.  Contract terms   The position is a temporary full-time employment for two years with the possibility of a one-year extension.  The position requires physical presence throughout the entire employment. A valid residence permit must be presented by the start date, otherwise the offer may be withdrawn.  What we offer  • As a postdoc at Chalmers, you are an employee and enjoy all employee benefits. Read more about  working at Chalmers  and our benefits  for employees.  • A dynamic and inspiring working environment in the coastal city of Gothenburg.  • Read more about Sweden’s generous parental leave, subsidized day care, free schools, healthcare etc at Move To Gothenburg.  Chalmers is dedicated to improving gender balance and actively works with equality projects, such as the GENIE Initiative for gender equality and excellence. We celebrate diversity and consider equality and inclusion as fundamental aspects of all our activities.  If Swedish is not your native language, Chalmers offers Swedish courses to help you settle in.  Application procedure  The application should be written in English be attached as PDF-files, as below. Maximum size for each file is 40 MB. Please note that the system does not support Zip files.  CV  • A comprehensive CV, including a complete list of publications.  • Details of previous teaching and pedagogical experience.  Personal letter  • A brief introduction about yourself.  • A summary of your previous research fields and key research outcomes.  • An outline of your future goals and research focus.  Use the button at the foot of the page to reach the application form.   Please note: By submitting an application through our web portal, your application is considered complete and formally submitted. There is no need to contact the recruiting manager in addition to applying via the portal. The applicant is responsible for ensuring that the application is complete. Incomplete applications and applications sent by email will not be considered. Contact details to references will be requested after the interview.  We welcome your application no later than 15 January, 2026. For questions, please contact:  Martina Petranikova, Associate professor  [email protected], +46 72 517 65 22  *** Chalmers declines to consider all offers of further announcement publishing or other types of support for the recruiting process in connection with this position. ***   Chalmers University of Technology in Gothenburg conducts research and education in technology and natural sciences at a high international level. The university has 3100 employees and 10,000 students, and offers education in engineering, science, shipping and architecture. With scientific excellence as a basis, Chalmers promotes knowledge and technical solutions for a sustainable world. Through global commitment and entrepreneurship, we foster an innovative spirit, in close collaboration with wider society.  Chalmers was founded in 1829 and has the same motto today as it did then: Avancez – forward.