Postdoc in the synthesis of binder and solid-state electrolyte for next-generation batteries
1 position
Gothenburg, Sweden
18 Oct 2026
2 years (possibility of 1-year extension)
Fully funded
Overview
- Institution
- Chalmers University of Technology
- Department
- Department of Mechanical Engineering
- Location
- Gothenburg, Sweden
- Openings
- 1 position
- Field
- Materials Science
- Research area
- Battery binders; solid-state electrolytes; materials synthesis
- Deadline
- 18 October 2026
- Duration
- 2 years (possibility of 1-year extension)
- Contract
- Temporary full-time employment
- Supervisor
- Jinhua Sun
About this position
Postdoctoral position at the Division of Materials and Manufacture, Department of Mechanical Engineering, on synthesis of binder and solid-state electrolyte for next-generation batteries.
Reference number: REF 2026-0247.
About us
The division focuses on innovative materials, advanced manufacturing, and sustainable solutions with strong industry ties.
About the research project
Investigate synthesis and development of advanced battery binders and solid-state electrolytes for next-generation energy storage—improving ionic conductivity, safety, cycle life and electrochemical performance, and addressing challenges such as dendrite formation and electrolyte degradation.
What you will do
- Synthesis of novel binder and development of sustainable binder systems
- Synthesis of solid-state electrolyte and fabrication of the battery
- Supervise master’s and/or PhD students to a certain extent
- Possibility to engage in teaching
Contract terms
Temporary full-time employment for two years with possibility of one-year extension. Physical presence required; valid residence permit by start date.
Application procedure
English PDFs: CV with publications and teaching; personal letter. Apply via the official Chalmers vacancy page.
Deadline: 18th of October 2026.
Contact
Jinhua Sun, Associate Professor, jinhua@chalmers.se.
Requirements
Mandatory
- Doctoral degree in Materials Science, Polymer Chemistry, and Organic synthesis or equivalent foreign degree (met no later than employment decision)
- Strong written and verbal English
- Experience in the synthesis of binder and solid-state electrolyte
- Collaborative social skills as per the requirements profile
Strengthening
- Doctoral degree within the last three years prior to deadline (highly meritorious)
- Experience in solid-state electrolyte batteries