MSCA Doctoral Researcher (Printed supercapacitor) / MSCA väitöskirjatutkija (painettu superkondensaattori)

Tiivistelmä työpaikkailmoituksesta: The position focuses on developing printed non-toxic bioderived and biodegradable supercapacitors for low-power wearable and farming applications using porous carbons from biochar, greener activation methods, and environmentally friendly electrolytes. The researcher will prepare, characterize and optimize porous carbon electrode inks and supercapacitor cells, using techniques such as BET, SEM, XPS, TGA, DSC, FTIR, CV, GCD and EIS, and disseminate results via publications and conferences. Applicants must hold a Master's degree in electrical engineering, materials science, chemistry or a related field, have practical expertise in supercapacitor/battery materials and characterization, excellent English, must not already hold a doctoral degree, and must comply with the MSCA mobility rule (not having resided or carried out main activity in Finland for more than 12 months in the last three years). The fixed-term three-year position offers a gross monthly salary of about 3800 EUR (plus family allowance if applicable), includes international secondments (RISE 6 months, InnoItaly 1 month), structured doctoral training and other university benefits. Tämä tiivistelmä on luotu tekoälyn avulla. Tampere University and Tampere University of Applied Sciences create a unique environment for multidisciplinary, inspirational and high-impact research and education. Our universities community has its competitive edges in technology, health, and society. www.tuni.fi/en Laboratory for Future Electronics at the Electrical Engineering Unit at the Faculty of Information and Communication Sciences at Tampere University focuses on sustainable electronics materials and fabrication processes, flexible and stretchable electronics, self-powered sensor nodes, and heterogenous integration. We are excited to announce an opening for a motivated Doctoral Researcher to work on “Printed non-toxic bioderived and biodegradable supercapacitors for low-power wearable and farming applications (DR12)” as a part of the H2024 Marie Skłodowska-Curie Doctoral Network funded by the Europen Commission “ Holistic integration of eco-Friendly design tools and materials, fabrication technologies for the responsible co-creation of future Sustainable integrated electronic systems (FERNS )” (grant agreement number 101226611). The network brings together 20 universities, research institutes, and industrial partners from eight countries. Our aim is to train the next generation of researchers in the implementation of eco-design approaches for the realization of sustainable electronics. Job description: We are now looking for a Doctoral Researcher to join the project and to grow into an expert in sustainable energy storage for low-power electronics applications. The aim of the work is to develop supercapacitor energy storage using porous carbons from biochar, greener chemical activation method, and develop environmentally friendly electrolytes. Work will focus on: Preparation, characterization, and optimization of porous carbon electrode ink for supercapacitor. Development of an environmentally friendly electrolyte based on deep eutectic solvents Development of non-toxic bioderived supercapacitor cells and modules for low-power applications. Collaboration with the other colleagues across Tampere University, and with FERNS partners. The job includes two secondments: RISE (6 months), Sweden, and InnoItaly (1 month), Italy. Responsibilities: Conduct cutting-edge research on the non-toxic bioderived and biodegradable supercapacitors based on printing technologies. Characterize the synthesized materials using e.g., BET, SEM, XPS, TGA, DSC, and FTIR and devices through various electroanalytical techniques like CV, GCD and EIS. Engage in the dissemination of the data through peer-reviewed scientific publications, report writing, and conference presentation. Engage in appropriate training and professional development opportunities. Work as part of an international team with FERNS partners. Undertake planned secondments with consortium partners. Participate in Education and Public Engagement activities, as required. To carry out any additional duties as may reasonably be required within the general scope and level of the post. Requirements: For the position, we require Master's degree in electrical engineering, materials science, chemistry, chemical engineering, or related fields. Theoretical and practical expertise in materials and characterization in the domain of supercapacitors or batteries. Very good English language skills. Ability to write and publish high-quality research papers in peer-reviewed journals. Ability to conduct systematic scientific research, and inquiring mind and problem-solving skills. Ability to work in a team and communicate clearly in multidisciplinary and international environment but also work and think independently. Ability to carry out the abovementioned secondments abroad as well as to travel to consortium me