Faculty position in Materials Chemistry for Future Batteries

Are you passionate about developing next-generation battery materials? Do you want to be part of a leading research environment that bridges fundamental science and industrial applications? At Chalmers University of Technology , we are looking for a new faculty member (open rank) to advance research in battery technology.

As Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor/Full Professor, you will contribute to research and education in materials chemistry and chemical engineering, focusing on future battery technologies. Your work will help drive energy storage solutions, addressing key challenges in sustainability, scalability, and performance.

This is a unique opportunity to develop innovative materials, collaborate with world-class researchers and industry partners, and educate the next generation of engineers and scientists.

The position is part of a strategic initiative from the Swedish government – Competence and Excellence in battery research and education of the transport sector (COMPEL). Within COMPEL, Chalmers, Lund University and Uppsala University are responding to the need to ensure the long-term competitiveness of the automotive industry and Sweden as a whole. Research within COMPEL spans the full battery value chain and provides a multidisciplinary network for collaboration. Read more here: Compel battery initiative.

The position includes a start-up funding package, the size and scope of which will be tailored to the academic level of the successful candidate.

Your role

As a faculty member at Chalmers, you will:

• Conduct high-impact research on battery materials, including synthesis, processability, and interface engineering.
• Develop new materials, for example anodes, cathodes, and electrolytes, focusing on performance, scalability and real-world applications.
• Collaborate with leading academic and industrial partners in Sweden and internationally.
• Supervise and mentor students at undergraduate, graduate, and PhD levels.
• Contribute to teaching and curriculum development in chemistry and chemical engineering.
• Support an inclusive, dynamic, and collaborative academic environment.

This position offers the chance to work in an interdisciplinary research environment, where fundamental discoveries become real-world applications for a sustainable energy future.

About the Department of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering

The Department of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering at Chalmers is home to a diverse research community working across disciplines. Our expertise spans:

• Materials science
• Chemical engineering
• Renewable energy
• Nuclear chemistry
• Theory and modeling

We have a strong track record of internationally recognized research and collaborate closely with industry partners worldwide. With state-of-the-art laboratories and advanced research facilities, Chalmers provides the ideal environment for breakthroughs in sustainable materials and energy technologies.

Why join us?

• Be part of a leading research university focused on sustainability and innovation.
• Collaborate with top researchers and industrial partners in battery technology.
• Access state-of-the-art research facilities in an interdisciplinary environment.
• Benefit from strong research support, including funding opportunities and innovation programs.
• Work in Gothenburg , a hub for innovation, industry, and research, offering a high quality of life and excellent career opportunities.

Chalmers is committed to gender balance and equal opportunities through initiatives like GENIE – Gender Equality for Excellence . We strongly encourage applications from diverse backgrounds.

Read more about working at Chalmers  and our benefits  for employees.

Your profile

We are looking for a candidate with a strong background in materials chemistry and a passion for battery innovation.

Required qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven research track record, including publications in leading journals.
• Experience in battery materials research, including material synthesis, characterization, or process development.
• Interest in applying research to real-world energy challenges.
• Experience in supervising and mentoring students.
• Ability to secure research funding
• Teaching experience.

Additional merits (considered a plus)

• Experience in industry collaboration and technology transfer.
• Background in scaling up innovations for industrial use.

Academic qualifications

The appointment level (Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor/Full Professor) will be determined based on experience and qualifications. A full definition of the requirements and conditions for each academic level can be found in Chapter 6 in our Appointment Regulations . 

Key qualifications for Professor and Full Professor

• Research excellence – High-quality, internationally recognized research. Full Professors must demonstrate a leading international position and strong research funding record.
• Academic leadership – Professors should develop research fields; Full Professors must lead research teams and secure major funding.
• Doctoral supervision – Professors must have supervised at least one PhD student from start to completion; Full Professors at least three PhD students.
• Higher education pedagogy – Certified in pedagogy and research supervision, with strong teaching skills.

Key qualifications for Associate Professor

• Research excellence – Independent international research and proven ability to secure funding.
• Academic leadership potential – Ability to develop and lead research fields.
• Higher education pedagogy – Certified in pedagogy and research supervision, with strong teaching skills.
• Doctoral supervision – Experience as an assistant or primary PhD supervisor.

Key qualifications for Assistant Professor (Tenure-track)

• Research excellence – PhD completed within seven years prior to the application deadline*, and published research in reputable scientific forums.
• Funding and collaboration – Experience in applying for research funding and building national/international networks.
• Postdoctoral experience – Research experience beyond PhD, preferably at a different institution.
• Teaching potential – Interest and potential in education, demonstrated through teaching experience, educational materials, or pedagogical training.

* Exceptions can be made for longer periods due to parental leave, sick leave, or military service. The date stated on your doctoral degree certificate is the date we use, as it indicates when you have fulfilled all the requirements for the doctoral degree.

How to apply

Please submit your application documents in English as PDF files (maximum file size: 40 MB per file). Zip files are not supported.

Required documents:

Personal letter (1 page)

• Introduce yourself.
• Explain your motivation for applying.
• Describe how you contribute to a good working environment.
• Provide names and contact information of two references.

CV(Please follow the CV guidelines. )

Research statement (1-3 pages)

• Summary of previous research and main results.
• Outline of future research goals.
• For assistant professor positions: please also include teaching experience.

Pedagogical portfolio (Mandatory for Associate Professor, Professor, and Full Professor positions)

Other documents:

• Doctoral degree certificate/diploma
• (Assistant Professors only) Verification of parental leave/sick leave/military service, if applicable
• Proof of awards, leadership, teaching activities, and other relevant merits
• Up to five publications not accessible via ORCID, Scopus ID, or ResearcherID (if applicable)

Use the button at the foot of the page to reach the application form.

Please note:

• Clearly indicate in your application which academic level(s) you are applying for: Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor/Full Professor. You will also be asked to specify this in a mandatory selection question during the online application process.
• Ensure that your application is complete before submission, as only fully completed applications submitted through the online system will be considered. Applications sent by email will not be reviewed.

Application deadline: 11 May, 2025

Contact information
For questions about this position, please contact:

Professor Hanna Härelind, Head of Department at Chemistry and Chemical Engineering
hanna.harelind@chalmers.se

Professor Aleksandar Matic, Department of Physics
Coordinator and contact Chalmers Compel
matic@chalmers.se

*** Chalmers declines to consider all offers of further announcement publishing or other types of support for the recruiting process in connection with this position. ***

Chalmers University of Technology in Gothenburg conducts research and education in technology and natural sciences at a high international level. The university has 3100 employees and 10,000 students, and offers education in engineering, science, shipping and architecture.
With scientific excellence as a basis, Chalmers promotes knowledge and technical solutions for a sustainable world. Through global commitment and entrepreneurship, we foster an innovative spirit, in close collaboration with wider society.
Chalmers was founded in 1829 and has the same motto today as it did then: Avancez – forward.

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