The FunNanoMatLab Group at CiQUS (University of Santiago de Compostela, Spain) will open soon 2 Postdoctoral Researchers positions for material scientists/chemists.
POSTDOC Position 1
Synthesis and characterization of a new class of spin-crossover barocaloric materials exhibiting a large response to pressure and improved technological merits.
Requirements
-
PhD in Chemistry/ Materials Science or related area.
-
Experience in coordination synthesis and spin-crossover materials.
-
Previous experience in XRD, Raman, SQUID and DSC techniques. Experience in barocalorics and magnetism.
-
Background in materials science with excellent scientific record will be valued.
-
International postdoctoral experience will be highly considered.
-
Excellent communication skills and proficiency in written and spoken English.
-
Creativity and team-working ability to work in a dynamic and international environment.
-
Ability to work in a multidisciplinary environment is a must.
POSTDOC Position 2
Manufacture and testing of a new class of cost-effective barocaloric solid-sate refrigerants exhibiting a large response to pressure and improved technological merits (resistance to fatigue, reduced thermal hysteresis, enhanced thermal conductivity) for a new concept of thermal batteries.
Requirements
-
PhD in Chemistry/ Materials Science or related area.
-
Experience in advanced characterization under different temperature and pressure conditions.
-
Previous experience in cutting edge variable temperature and pressure caloric techniques and studies in chemical, thermal and mechanical stability over time. Experience in barocalorics.
-
Background in materials science with excellent scientific record will be valued.
-
International postdoctoral experience will be highly considered.
-
Excellent communication skills and proficiency in written and spoken English.
-
Creativity and team-working ability to work in a dynamic and international environment.
-
Ability to work in a multidisciplinary environment is a must.
Starting Date and term
Immediate incorporation for a duration of 2 year, with the possibility of extension.
Application
Applications should be sent directly to Prof. Maria Gimenez, maria.gimenez.lopez [at] usc.es, as soon as possible, including a CV, motivation letter and at least 2 contact persons that might provide a recommendation letter. Indicate in the subject either “BAROCALORICS_PostDoc_1” or “BAROCALORICS_POSTDOC_2”.
Deadline:
Applications will be considered on a first-come, first-served basis.
