Postdoc Development and Evaluation of Solid Electrolytes for Silicon Anodes

Organisation/Company

Delft University of Technology (TU Delft)

Research Field

Chemistry » Analytical chemistry
Chemistry » Inorganic chemistry
Engineering » Materials engineering

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)

Application Deadline

16 Apr 2026 - 21:59 (UTC)

Country

Netherlands

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Not Applicable

Hours Per Week

40.0

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by a EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Do you have a passion for solid elecrolyte development and advanced characterization, then this could be what you are looking for!
Job description
We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher with a strong passion for battery science and a desire to contribute to the development of next-generation energy storage systems. This position is part of the Smart-Cbat project, funded by the Dutch National Growthfund, which aims to explore materials innovations for next-generation solid electrolytes, especially in combination with silicon anodes. In the Smart-Cbat project Universities collaborate with Dutch startups on several next generation battery concepts, where the role of the Universties is to provide fundamental understanding and develop novel electrolytes, strengthening the anode components developed by the startups.
As a postdoctoral researcher in our team, your primary focus will be the design, synthesis, and characterization of promising sulfide and halide-based inorganic solid electrolytes for different silicon anode technologies. Synthesis will be carried out mainly using mechanochemical methods, while characterization will involve a combination of electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS), solid-state nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), and X-ray/Neutron scattering techniques.
We are particularly interested in candidates with prior experience in preferably all of the following areas:

This role offers the opportunity to work in a highly collaborative and interdisciplinary environment where fundamental research is closely linked to application. You will interact with leading experts in materials science, electrochemistry, and battery technology, and contribute to shaping the future of sustainable energy storage. If you are driven by curiosity, eager to work with cutting-edge experimental techniques, and enthusiastic about making a tangible impact on the energy transition, we encourage you to apply.
Job requirements

• PhD degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, Physics, or a closely related field (completed by the time of appointment).
• Demonstrated expertise in the synthesis of sulfide and halide or halide based inorganic solid electrolytes including conductivity measurements using electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS).
• Experience with advanced solid-state characterization techniques, particularly solid-state NMR and X-ray/neutron scattering techniques for the investigation of structure-property relationships in battery materials.
• Strong background in battery research, with a clear interest in electrolyte materials, interfacial phenomena, and sustainable energy storage technologies.

TU Delft (Delft University of Technology)
Delft University of Technology is built on strong foundations. As creators of the world-famous Dutch waterworks and pioneers in biotech, TU Delft is a top international university combining science, engineering and design. It delivers world class results in education, research and innovation to address challenges in the areas of energy, climate, mobility, health and digital society. For generations, our engineers have proven to be entrepreneurial problem-solvers, both in business and in a social context.
At TU Delft we embrace diversity as one of our core values and we actively engage to be a university where you feel at home and can flourish. We value different perspectives and qualities. We believe this makes our work more innovative, the TU Delft community more vibrant and the world more just. Together, we imagine, invent and create solutions using technology to have a positive impact on a global scale. That is why we invite you to apply. Your application will receive fair consideration.
Challenge. Change. Impact!
Faculty Applied Sciences
With more than 1,100 employees, including 150 pioneering principal investigators, as well as a population of about 3,600 passionate students, the Faculty of Applied Sciences is an inspiring scientific ecosystem. Focusing on key enabling technologies, such as quantum- and nanotechnology, photonics, biotechnology, synthetic biology and materials for energy storage and conversion, our faculty aims to provide solutions to important problems of the 21st century. To that end, we educate innovative students in broad Bachelor's and specialist Master's programmes with a strong research component. Our scientists conduct ground-breaking fundamental and applied research in the fields of Life and Health Science & Technology, Nanoscience, Chemical Engineering, Radiation Science & Technology, and Engineering Physics. We are also training the next generation of high school teachers.
Click here to go to the website of the Faculty of Applied Sciences.
Conditions of employment

• Duration of contract is 1 year Temporary
• A job of 36-40 hours per week.
• Salary and benefits are in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities.
• An excellent pension scheme via the ABP.
• The possibility to compile an individual employment package every year.
• Discount with health insurers on supplemental packages.
• Flexible working week.
• Every year, 232 leave hours (at 38 hours). You can also sell or buy additional leave hours via the individual choice budget.
• Plenty of opportunities for education, training and courses.
• Partially paid parental leave
• Attention for working healthy and energetically with the vitality program.

Will you need to relocate to the Netherlands for this job? TU Delft is committed to make your move as smooth as possible! The HR unit, Coming to Delft Service , offers information on their website to help you prepare your relocation. In addition, Coming to Delft Service organises events to help you settle in the Netherlands, and expand your (social) network in Delft. A Dual Career Programme is available, to support your accompanying partner with their job search in the Netherlands. .
Additional information
For more information about this vacancy, please contact Dr. Swapna Ganapathy (s.ganapathy@tudelft.nl ) and Prof. Marnix Wagemaker (m.wagemaker@tudelft.nl ). Only applications submitted via the application portal will be considered.
Application procedure
Are you interested in this vacancy? Please apply no later than 16 April 2026 via the application button and upload the following documents:

• CV
• Motivational letter

You can address your application to Dr. Swapna Ganapathy and Prof. Marnix Wagemaker.
Please note:

• You can apply online. We will not process applications sent by email and/or post.
• As part of knowledge security, TU Delft conducts a risk assessment during the recruitment of personnel. We do this, among other things, to prevent the unwanted transfer of sensitive knowledge and technology. The assessment is based on information provided by the candidates themselves, such as their motivation letter and CV, and takes place at the final stages of the selection process. When the outcome of the assessment is negative, the candidate will be informed. The processing of personal data in the context of the risk assessment is carried out on the legal basis of the GDPR: performing a public task in the public interest. You can find more information about this assessment on our website about knowledge security.
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Website

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Website for additional job details

https://www.academictransfer.com/359858/

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

TU Delft

Country

Netherlands

City

Delft

Postal Code

2628CD

Street

Mekelweg 5

Geofield

City

Delft

Website

http://www.tudelft.nl/

Street

Mekelweg 2

Postal Code

2628 CD

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