Mid Sweden University 
Sundsvall, Sweden Resumo da oferta
Mid Sweden University in Sundsvall is seeking a Researcher in Engineering Physics to advance aluminum current collector fabrication for lithium-ion battery cathodes. This full-time position involves developing slurry coatings, electrochemical evaluation, and materials characterization using techniques like SEM and XPS. The role requires collaboration with industry partners and Chalmers University of Technology, alongside publishing results and supervising students. Candidates must hold a PhD in Engineering Physics, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or Materials Science, with demonstrated expertise in electrode fabrication, battery assembly, and surface characterization. Strong English communication skills and experience in multidisciplinary teams are essential. Merits include prior work with lithium-ion batteries and industrial collaboration. The contract is fixed-term for one year, starting February 1, 2027. Applications, including a CV and cover letter, are due by November 16, 2026.
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Descrição do projeto
Job description
The main research objective is to advance the fabrication of aluminum current collectors for cathodes in lithium-ion batteries. The project will be carried out at Mid Sweden University in close collaboration with three Swedish industry partners and Chalmers University of Technology. The main tasks include the development of slurry coatings on aluminum foil, fabrication of coated aluminum current collectors, electrochemical evaluation of the fabricated current collectors in Li-ion battery cells, and comprehensive materials characterization of the coated aluminum foils. Characterization techniques may include, for example, SEM, AFM, XPS, Raman spectroscopy, contact-angle measurements, adhesion testing, and other relevant surface and materials characterization methods.
The researcher is expected to perform high-quality research as part of a multidisciplinary team, contribute to the development of slurry-based coating processes, analyze and interpret experimental results, and collaborate closely with academic and industrial partners. The results are expected to be disseminated through publications in high-quality peer-reviewed journals and presentations at national and international conferences. The position may also involve supervising students conducting degree projects and contributing to the development of future research collaborations and funding applications.
Your background
To be eligible for employment as a researcher, your qualifications must match the requirements described in Mid Sweden University’s employment procedures.
Applicants must hold a PhD degree in Engineering physics, Chemical engineering, Chemistry, Materials science, Materials engineering, or a closely related field, or a foreign degree equivalent to a PhD degree.
To be considered for this position, you must have:
- Knowledge of electrode fabrication, battery assembly, and electrochemical characterization techniques, such as galvanostatic cycling, cyclic voltammetry (CV), and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS), etc.
- Experience in materials characterization techniques such as SEM, Raman spectroscopy, XPS, and surface characterization, as well as the ability to interpret and analyze experimental data.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary research teams, contribute to high-quality scientific publications, and present research findings at national and international conferences.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
The following will be considered merits:
- Experience in electrochemical testing and evaluation of lithium-ion batteries.
- Experience in materials processing and surface engineering, including slurry preparation, coating techniques, and optimization of coating parameters.
- Experience in evaluating coating properties, including adhesion, electrical conductivity, surface wettability, and interfacial stability.
- Experience in collaborating with industrial partners and participating in collaborative research and development projects.
Personal qualities
The assessment of applications is based primarily on the applicant’s ability to conduct independent research, demonstrated through scientific skills and the quality of their research contributions. Greater importance will be attached to the quality of individual scientific work than to the number of publications.Consideration will also be given to collaborative skills, drive, and problem-solving abilities, as well as how the applicant’s experience and expertise complement and strengthen ongoing research at the department and contribute to its future development.
Terms of employment
Special fixed-term employment: The position consists of one year full-time employment starting on 01-02-2027 or as agreed.
Place of employment: Sundsvall.
Information
For more detailed information contact the assistant professor Ghadir Razaz, ghadir.razaz@miun.se, or associate professor Jonas Örtegren, Jonas.ortegren@miun.se or, Head of department associate professor Claes Mattsson, claes.mattsson@miun.se, +46 (0)10-1428498
Application
Application documents must be submitted in Swedish or English.
The application should include a CV (max 3 pages), copies of official transcripts and degree certificates, electronic copy of degree and PhD thesis, a cover letter (max 1 page) describing visions and goals for the researcher position in reference to interests and documented skills. Also append other documents that the applicant would like to refer to.
Please send in your application through recruitment system no later than 16th of November 2026.
