PhD: Lithium Electrodeposition and Interfacial Anode Pre-Lithiation for Next-Generation Batteries

Job Description

Predoctoral researcher to conduct a project on lithium electrodeposition focused on mechanistic understanding, scalable thin high‑purity Li metal foil fabrication, and controlled interfacial anode lithiation.

Main Job Functions

• Design and optimize lithium electrodeposition processes for battery applications.
• Develop safer and scalable routes for Li metal production and prelithiation strategies.
• Assemble and test electrochemical cells to assess efficiency, stability, and performance.
• Characterize deposited lithium and interfaces using advanced techniques.
• Analyze data to establish links between process, structure, and performance.
• Contribute to publications, reports, and scientific dissemination activities.

Area & Group

Area: Electrochemical Energy Storage and Conversion (EESC). Group: Cell Prototyping.

Benefits

• 3‑year predoctoral contract with pos...