Doctoral Researcher

Description:

This PhD position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in the field of energy storage. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in developing novel materials and processes for Vanadium flow batteries, a promising technology for large-scale energy storage applications. Specifically, the candidate will develop a unified framework for the robotic optimization of flow batteries, working across multiple groups and institutes, to create a coherent and easily transferrable approach – from idea to industrialization.

PhD Objectives:

Develop a unified software framework: Create a comprehensive software platform capable of generalizing optimization processes for flow batteries.
Develop a parameterized framework: Design a flexible framework that incorporates various models and automation software for different equipment.

Implement the framework: Apply the developed framework to optimize flow battery development cycles through holistic case studies.

Planned Secondments: The Candidate will take part in secondments at partner institutions in the grant-funded project, which may require travel.

Qualifications:

-A Master’s or Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related field.

-Proficiency in data analysis and programming in Python.

-Strong background in laboratory-based chemical research.

-Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

-A passion for research and a desire to contribute to sustainable energy solutions.