h3Postdoctoral Researcher in Ceramic Proton Conductors and Semiconductor Photoelectrochemistry /h3 /brpEmpa - Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology /p /brpDübendorf, Switzerland /p /brh3Your tasks /h3 /brul /brliThe research focuses on experimental investigations and theory building of charge and ion transport processes in functional materials. /li /brliSynthesis and processing of ceramic proton conductors, solid electrolytes and semiconductor photoelectrodes /li /brliStructural characterization using X-ray and neutron diffraction /li /brliInvestigation of ionic transport by impedance spectroscopy and complementary electrochemical methods /li /brliDetermination of electronic, vibrational and vibronic structure using synchrotron- and neutron-based spectroscopic techniques /li /brliDevelopment and validation of quantitative physical models describing charge transport, proton dynamics and electrochemical conversion /li /brliWriting peer reviewed publications and research proposals /li /br /ul /brh3Your profile /h3 /brpWe are looking for a highly motivated scientist who thrives in a competitive, high-intensity research environment. The ideal candidate is an experimentalist holding a PhD in physics, chemistry or materials science, with a strong background in solid-state electrochemistry and/or semiconductor photoelectrochemistry. A genuine interest in the fundamental theories of condensed matter physics and physical chemistry, demonstrated through a convincing publication record, is essential. /p /brpAs our research addresses fundamental scientific questions beyond the state of the art, we seek an individual with outstanding problem-solving abilities, strong experimental and technical skills, excellent scientific writing skills, and the ability to synthesize concepts across different disciplines. Experience in electrochemistry, solid-state chemistry, neutron or synchrotron techniques, spectroscopy, or related methods will be considered an advantage. /p /brpThe successful candidate is expected to work with low supervision in the laboratory while contributing actively to an international collaborative research environment through effective communication and teamwork. /p #J-18808-Ljbffr