Postdoc in Electrocatalysis for Sustainable Energy and Chemical Conversion at Linköping University

The project focuses on electrocatalysis and electrolyzer system optimization for sustainable energy and chemical conversion. The research will involve reactions such as CO₂ conversion, water splitting, biomass-derived molecule upgrading, and other small-molecule transformations, with the aim of developing efficient, selective, and stable catalytic systems.

• Take a leading role in developing research activities that connect catalyst design, operando spectroscopic characterization, reaction mechanism investigation, and device-level performance optimization.
• Conduct independent and collaborative research, publish in peer-reviewed journals, present results at international conferences, contribute to collaborations, and participate in the supervision of junior researchers.
• Contribute to the development of new experimental platforms and research directions within the group.
• Principally carry out research; a certain amount of teaching may be part of duties, up to a maximum of 20% of working hours.

• Doctoral degree in chemistry, materials science, or another relevant field.
• Strong research background in electrochemistry, electrocatalysis, materials chemistry, or a closely related area.
• Good communication skills in English, both written and spoken.
• Ability to conduct independent and collaborative research and publish scientific results.
• Experience and knowledge in one or more of: CO₂ conversion, water splitting, biomass upgrading, nitrogen reduction, or related electrochemical reactions; catalyst synthesis, materials characterization, interface science; electrolyzer, reactor design, electrochemical system optimization; operando spectroscopy, such as Raman, FTIR, XAS, or other related techniques.
• Documented experience in operando spectroscopy, advanced electrochemical measurements, electrolyzer or reaction-cell design, or mechanistic investigation of catalytic reactions is particularly meritorious.
• Experience in supervising students, developing independent research ideas, or working in international collaborations is also considered advantageous.
• Scientifically curious, creative, and self-motivated; good problem-solving skills; careful and responsible approach to experimental work; ability to work both independently and collaboratively in an interdisciplinary research environment.

• Individual salary setting (state desired salary in application).
• Employee benefits as per Linköping University policy.