Research Scientist / Senior Scientist

Job Description

The Research Scientist will conduct cutting edge research in electrochemistry and electrochemical engineering, with applications in energy storage and conversion systems such as batteries, fuel cells, and electrolytic processes. The ideal candidate will combine strong fundamental understanding with practical engineering insight, contributing to the development of next-generation materials, devices, and diagnostic techniques. The position requires independence, creativity, and the ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary research team.

This position will be physically located in the Electrochemical Materials and Systems group, Department of Chemical Engineering and Chemistry at Eindhoven University of Technology.

Job Requirements

• Scientific training and scholarship:
  • Doctoral degree in a relevant area of electrochemistry, electrochemical engineering or a related field of study with at least 2 years of relevant postdoctoral experience.
  • Strong publication record and proven potential for developing independent ideas.
  • Strong writing skills demonstrated through authorship of publications or independent grant research awards.
  • Analytical, rigorous, and committed to high-quality scientific standards.
  • Strong understanding of electrochemistry and electrochemical engineering fundamentals.
  • Creative problem solver willing to explore new approaches and ideas.
• Mentorship, leadership and collaboration:
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills and a desire to engage in team-based research and collaboration are necessary.
  • Demonstrated project leadership experience and mentorship of students.
  • Highly motivated and able to manage multiple projects and keep pace in a dynamic research environment.
  • Strong scientific curiosity and passion for advancing electrochemical energy technologies.
  • Collaborative and supportive of a diverse, interdisciplinary research environment.
• Communication and project management:
  • Publish high-quality research papers;
  • Present research findings at major international conferences;
  • Contribute to technical reports, grant applications, and proposals to support new and ongoing research efforts in the group;
  • Manage research tasks, milestones, and deliverables with minimal supervision;
  • Maintain high standards of laboratory safety, experimental documentation, and data reproducibility.

Conditions of Employment

An exciting position within an international yet personal university. You are right in the middle of the students, on a green campus within walking distance of the central station. Besides beautiful architecture, you will find varied workplaces and excellent sports facilities. We also offer you:

• A dynamic research environment working on frontier electrochemical energy technologies with access to state-of-the-art electrochemical, materials synthesis, and characterization facilities.
• Opportunities to collaborate with industry, national labs, and academic partners while developing original ideas and mentoring junior scientists.
• Support for professional development through a development plan and yearly evaluations.
• A meaningful job in a highly motivated team at a dynamic and ambitious University. The TU/e is located in one of the smartest regions of the world en part of the European technology hotspot ‘Brainport Eindhoven’; well-known because of many high-tech industries and start-ups. A place to be for talented scientists!
• A monthly salary of minimum €4,728 to maximum €6,433 for full-time employment, depending on your knowledge and experience (scale 11 collective labour agreement for Dutch Universities).
• In addition to vacation pay, a structural end-of-year bonus of 8.3%.
• A favorable arrangement for more holidays or a sabbatical.
• A selection model for additional fringe benefits.
• Working hours in consultation for an optimal work-life balance.
• Scope for your talent with advancement prospects and excellent development opportunities such as mentoring, workshops and coaching.
• Partially paid parental leave and reimbursement for commuting expenses, working from home and the internet.
• A generous employer contribution to the favorable ABP pension plan.

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About us

Eindhoven University of Technology is a leading international university within the Brainport region where scientific curiosity meets a hands-on mindset. We work in an open and collaborative way with high-tech industries to tackle complex societal challenges. Our responsible and respectful approach ensures impact — today and in the future. TU/e is home to over 13,000 students and more than 7,000 staff, forming a diverse and vibrant academic community.

The Department of Chemical Engineering and Chemistry focusses on solving societal challenges in health, sustainable energy and circularity using expertise in molecules, materials and chemical processes. We collaborate with academia and industry to enlarge our chain of knowledge. Our top-notch research is internationally renowned and facilitated by a state-of-the-art research infrastructure. High-quality education and research, strong collaboration, independence of researchers and talent development are our core values.

The Electrochemical Materials and Systems Laboratory (www.fornercuencaresearch.com) aims to accelerate the deployment of transformative energy technologies in the real world. To do so, we employ fundamental principles at the convergence of materials science, electrochemical engineering, and surface science to synthesize, characterize, simulate, and implement novel materials into next-generation electrochemical devices. Areas of application include large-scale energy storage with flow batteries, energy conversion through hydrogen fuel cell, and sustainable manufacturing with electrolysis.

Information

Do you recognize yourself in this profile and would you like to have more information about the position, please contact the hiring manager Prof.dr. Antoni Forner-Cuenca, a.forner.cuenca@tue.nl, phone: +31 40 247 6258.

For questions about the application process or the conditions of employment, please contact ms. Medea Weertman, HR-advisor, m.weertman@tue.nl. 

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Application

If you are interested, please use the ‘apply’ button to send us the following materials:

• a motivation letter detailing your research experience and motivation to this position/
• a curriculum vitae (including contact details of at least three references) with a full publication list.
• PDF copies of your top three publications.

A physical interview, a scientific presentation, and a request for referee letters are part of the selection procedure.

Screening of candidates begins as soon as applications are received and continues until the position is filled. Where applicable, internal candidates will be given priority over external candidates where they are equally suitable.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Please note 

• You can apply online. We will not process applications sent by email and/or post. 
• A pre-employment screening (e.g. knowledge security check) can be part of the selection procedure. For more information on the knowledge security check, please consult the National Knowledge Security Guidelines.
• Important for non-EU applicants: Please be aware that for this position, specific residence permit requirements apply. If you are a non-EU national, you may not be eligible to legally work in this role under current Dutch immigration regulations. We strongly advise you to contact our Staff Immigration Team (staffimmigration@tue.nl) before applying to check your eligibility and to receive further guidance.
• Please do not contact us for unsolicited services.