Postdoctoral research fellow within Theoretical Electrochemistry

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Postdoctoral research fellow within Theoretical Electrochemistry

About the position

A Postdoctoral position in theoretical electrochemistry is available at the Department of Physics at the Faculty of Science and Technology .

The Postdoctoral position is for a period of 3 years.

Desired start date: 1 May 2025

Join the Theory of Electrochemical Systems group and study electrode-electrolyte interfaces and ion dynamics in porous electrodes using computational and analytical techniques. Other recent interests of the group include the thermoionic Seebeck effect and modeling of Faradaic reactions in porous electrodes. 

The main purpose of the Postdoctoral position is to qualify for work in high-level scientific positions. The successful candidate is expected to join our existing research milieu and contribute to its development. There will be rich networking opportunities with the group's international collaborators. Among others, we collaborate with an experimental group that conduct electrochemical testing of lab-built supercapacitor cells. We look forward to receiving your application and welcoming you to our team.

Main tasks

Description of main tasks:

• Perform high-quality scientific research in theoretical electrochemistry and publish the outcome through relevant channels. 
• Be a cooperative member of our research group.

Competence

Required qualifications

• PhD degree in Physics, Chemistry, Applied Mathematics, Materials Science, or a related field with a focus on theoretical electrochemistry and/or statistical mechanics.
• Proficiency in both written and oral English 
• Personal suitability and motivation for the position.

The following experiences and skills will be emphasized:

• A deep understanding of statistical physics, thermodynamics, and electrodynamics
• A track record of high-quality publications
• Strong skills in mathematics and analytical derivations
• Experience with numerical computations
• Proficiency in scientific programming (Python, C++, Fortran, etc.)
• Experience with electrochemistry is desired, but not essential

Personal qualities:

• Good collaboration skills and an ability to join interdisciplinary academic communities
• Good social and collaborative skills
• Good communication skills.

Remuneration and further information

We offer:

• Salary grade from 604.900 NOK to 657.300 NOK per annum depending on qualifications. The position follows ordinary meriting regulations.
• Government pay scale position code 1352 Postdoctoral Fellow.

Formal regulations

The appointment is to be made in accordance with Regulations on terms of employment for positions such as postdoctoral fellow, Phd candidate, research assistant and specialist candidate and Regulations concerning the degrees of Philosophiae Doctor (PhD) at the Norwegian University of Life Science (NMBU).

The engagement is to be made in accordance with the regulations in force concerning State Employees and Civil Servants, and the acts relating to Control of the Export of Strategic Goods, Services and Technology. Candidates who by assessment of the application and attachment are seen to conflict with the criteria in the latter law will be prohibited from recruitment to NMBU.

Contact information

For further information, please contact:

• Dr. Mathijs Janssen, Associate Professor, E-mail: mathijs.a.janssen@nmbu.no; (do not use this e-mail for application, it is only for questions)

General Information to applicants

Application

To apply online for this vacancy, please click on the 'Apply for this job' button above. This will route you to the University's Web Recruitment System, where you will need to register an account (if you have not already) and log in before completing the online application form.

Application deadline: 03.03.2025

Please note that all documents should be in English or a Scandinavian language.

Interviews with the best qualified candidates will be arranged. Applicants invited for an interview are expected to present original diplomas and certificates.

The application must include:

• Motivation letter (maximum 1 page)
• Curriculum Vitae (with a list of education, positions, teaching experience, administrative experience and other qualifying activities, including a complete list of publications)
• Certified copy of PhD degree certificate. An English translation must also be attached
• Names and contact details for two references
• Up to ten publications selected by the applicant as most relevant must be attached to the application. If it is difficult to judge the applicant’s contribution for publications with multiple authors, a short description of the applicant’s contribution must be included

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Questions about the position

• Dr. Mathijs Janssen (Associate Professor), mathijs.a.janssen@nmbu.no