PhD student in Experimental Analysis of Batteries – Electrochemical Evaluation of Mechanisms for Energy Storage and Aging Full-time

PhD Student In Experimental Analysis Of Batteries – Electrochemical Evaluation Of Mechanisms For Energy Storage And Aging

Uppsala University, Disciplinary Domain Of Science And Technology, Faculty Of Chemistry, Department Of Chemistry – Ångström Laboratory

The Department of Chemistry – Ångström conducts research and education in the chemistry field. The department has more than 270 employees and has a turnover of 300 million SEK. At the department's six programs, we conduct very successful research of a high international standard. We have a large number of externally funded research projects, often with international cooperation and we see continued good growth in our subject area. The department has education assignments in engineering programs and master's programs.

Duties

This doctoral project will focus on fundamental and applied experimental studies aimed at increasing the understanding of the mechanisms occurring in modern lithium- and sodium-ion batteries. Both laboratory-fabricated batteries and commercial cells will be studied, and the work will be carried out in collaboration with researchers at Linköping University and the company Batixt AB. More specifically, new anode and cathode materials will be investigated from a fundamental perspective, and studies of the mechanisms underlying the aging of commercial batteries are also relevant.

The experimental investigations will primarily be based on electrochemistry, as well as electrochemistry in combination with diffraction and spectroscopy techniques. Experiments at synchrotron facilities may also be included. Of particular interest are more advanced electrochemical techniques based on alternating currents and current and voltage pulses for real-time evaluation of batteries.

The doctoral position will be placed within the Structural Chemistry research program at the Department of Chemistry – Ångström Laboratory, and also within the framework of the Ångström Advanced Battery Centre. The environment is characterized by broad collaboration between researchers with different areas of expertise, and research is conducted across many aspects of energy storage in batteries. Collaborations with industry and international partners are very common.

Requirements

To meet the entry requirements for doctoral studies, you must

• been awarded a second-cycle degree in Chemistry, Chemical engineering, Materials science, or similar
• have completed at least 240 credits in higher education, with at least 60 credits at Master's level including an independent project worth at least 15 credits, or
• acquired essentially equivalent knowledge in some other way in Sweden or abroad.

The candidate must have:

• very good documented oral and written proficiency in English.
• A strong interest in research in chemistry and/or materials chemistry, experimental analytical methods, and energy storage in batteries. Great importance will be placed on prior experience in practical laboratory work and familiarity with advanced scientific instruments and computers. The applicant should also be motivated to work in an international and interdisciplinary research environment in collaboration with industrial partners.

Consideration will also be given to good collaborative skills, motivation, drive and independence, and how the applicant's experience and skills complement and strengthen ongoing research within the department, and how they stand to contribute to its future development.

Additional qualifications

Theoretical and experimental experience in electrochemistry is considered an advantage.

About the employment

The employment is a temporary position according to the Higher Education Ordinance chapter 5 § 7. Scope of employment 100%. Starting date in August/September or as agreed. Placement: Uppsala

Rules governing PhD students are set out in the Higher Education Ordinance chapter 5, §§ 1-7 and in Uppsala University's rules and guidelines.

For further information about the position, please contact: Associate Professor Fredrik Björefors, fredrik.bjorefors@kemi.uu.se

Please submit your application by 29 of May 2026, UFV-PA 2026/1459.