PhD student in Ionic Thermoelectrics and Electrochemistry for Thermal Energy Harvesting
Join an ERC Starting Grant project to develop ionic thermoelectric materials for harvesting low‑grade heat.
Best for:Best for candidates with a background in materials science, electrochemistry, or solid‑state physics who are motivated to develop energy‑harvesting technologies.
Overview
Linköping University in Sweden offers a fully funded PhD position within the ERC Starting Grant project HEAT‑BRIDGE. The research focuses on ionic thermoelectric materials and electrochemical systems for converting low‑grade heat into electricity. The successful candidate will design, synthesize, and characterize advanced electrolyte and redox‑active materials, perform electrochemical measurements, and model transport phenomena. Work will be carried out in close collaboration with the HEAT‑BRIDGE consortium and may include teaching duties up to 20 % of full‑time. The PhD programme lasts up to four years and provides a salary and research funding.
What you'll do
- Design, synthesize, and characterize advanced ionic thermoelectric and electrolyte materials.
- Perform electrochemical measurements and transport property analyses.
- Model material behavior and energy conversion processes using appropriate software tools.
- Collaborate with consortium partners and contribute to joint publications.
- Present research findings at conferences and seminars.
- Participate in teaching activities up to 20 % of full‑time workload.
Requirements
Degree required: MSc in Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics, or a related field
Degree offered: PhD
Language: English; proficiency required for scientific communication
Instruction: English
- Experience in synthesis of solid‑state or electrolyte materials
- Knowledge of electrochemical characterization techniques
- Ability to conduct transport property measurements
- Proficiency in data analysis and scientific writing
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-09
Submit your application through the university’s online portal using the link provided. Include a CV, cover letter, academic transcripts, and contact details of three referees. All documents must be in English and uploaded before the deadline.
- CV
- Cover letter
- Academic transcripts
- Three reference letters
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