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. More information is available on our website.
We are seeking a motivated, ambitious, and creative doctoral student for studies of next-generation batteries, with a particular focus on sodium batteries. The aim is to experimentally study and develop new electrolytes using commercial materials, and to evaluate their mechanisms at the molecular level as well as their performance with both sodium metal and high-entropy anodes, as well as various suitable cathode materials. Unconventional electrolyte concepts such as “molten salt electrolytes” (MSEs) and “deep eutectic electrolytes” (DEEs) are of particular interest. The doctoral student will be part of Professor Patrik Johansson's research group at Uppsala University, which in turn is part of the Ångström Advanced Battery Centre (ÅABC) research environment. This fundamental, yet application-inspired research project is linked to national and international collaborations and is funded by the Swedish Research Council within the Distinguished Professorship grant for “Next Generation Batteries.”
The main duties of doctoral students are to engage in their research studies, including active participation in research projects as well as doctoral courses. The work may also include teaching and other duties (up to a maximum of 20%). Both short and longer work-related travel may be required.
To meet the entry requirements for doctoral studies, you must
The candidate must have:
Consideration will also be given to good collaborative skills, 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.
The employment is a temporary position according to the Higher Education Ordinance chapter 5 § 7. Scope of employment 100 %. Starting date 2026-09-01 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: Torbjörn Fängström, torbjorn.fangstrom@kemi.uu.se.
Please submit your application by 18 June 2026, UFV-PA 2026/1871.
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