Job Vacancies

The University of Bayreuth is a research-oriented university with internationally competitive, interdisciplinary focus areas in research and teaching. The Chair of Physical Chemistry VI: Electrochemistry located at the University of Bayreuth’s Bavarian Center for Battery Technology (BayBatt), is currently seeking to appoint a

Research Associate (m/f/x) in the Role of Impurities and Processing on the Transport of Composite Electrodes for Solid-State Batteries

to commence as soon as possible. This is a fixed-term position for three years, in accordance with TV-L E13 (50%). The application deadline is 20 February 2026.

Tasks

• Evaluate and establish processing protocols of hybrid materials (e.g. solid-liquid electrolytes and inorganic-organic electrolytes)
  
• Quantify the effect of such hybrid materials when employed as components of composite electrodes for solid-state batteries, including but not limited to: partial transport quantification and cycling performance using a variety of galvanostatic and potentiostatic methods
• Assess the viability of such hybrid materials against metallic negative electrodes (e.g. Li and Na)
  

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science or a related discipline
  
• Previous experience with handling of materials and battery assembly in inert atmospheres (Schlenk line and Gloveboxes) is necessary
• Previous experience handling electrochemical data (potentiostatic and/or galvanostatic) is necessary
• Very good knowledge of English language, both spoken and written, is necessary
• Knowledge of frequency-domain methods (e.g. AC voltammetry and impedance spectroscopy) is a great plus
  
• Previous experience with collecting and analyzing Raman spectra of solid samples is beneficial
• Knowledge of German language is very beneficial but not necessary
• Willingness to participate in teaching and supervising lab work of undergraduates
• Strong cooperation and communication skills
• Structured and independent working ethic
  

The complete vacancy notice and the link to the application portal can be found here.