Workplace
The Centre on Sustainable Energy (SE) supports the development of devices and 
methods for generation, storage, and distribution of energy solutions at low 
environmental impact. This will be done in the perspective of energy 
sustainability, of systems and solutions that respect the environment and the 
quality of life, of solutions with a lower impact on health and on environmental 
pollution levels. The ground for the Centre on “Sustainable Energy” is based on 
the Decarbonization targets, which will demand for more flexibility of the
energy system, through new gas and power grids and using energy vectors and 
storage solutions, as enablers for the wide penetration of renewables. FBK 
actively seeks diversity and inclusion in the workplace and is also committed in 
promoting gender equality.

Job Description
The position offered concerns mainly the development and validation of models 
for Li-ion cells and material recycling processes. The candidate will provide 
support to the Battery and Electrification Technologies (BET) unit in both 
European and national projects related to Li-ion batteries and redox flow 
batteries. This position is offered in the frame of the FREE4LIB Horizon Europe 
project. The candidate will also contribute to the

European Battery Innovation IPCEI project (https://www.ipcei-batteries.eu) 
aiming at the development of next-generation battery technologies.
The activities of the successful candidate will focus on:
● development and validation of physics-based Li-ion cells models for different 
chemistries;
● development and validation of models (mainly physics-based or hybrid) for the 
different chemical processes involved in Li-ion battery recycling (e.g., black 
mass production, leaching, precipitation, liquid-liquid extraction);
● supporting the development of redox flow batteries multiphysics models (at 
cell or stack level);
● supporting cell testing that will provide inputs for the models.

The ideal candidate should have:
● PhD Degree or 3 years of research experience in fields related to this call;
● MSc in Chemical Engineering is preferred, Energy Engineering, Chemistry, or 
other relevant degrees are also considered;
● Solid know-how on electrochemistry and batteries;
● Solid know-how on computational methods (e.g., FVM, FEM);
● Know-how on chemical process modeling;
● Skills in programming (C++, python or Julia) and some experience in the 
development of applications or libraries for modelling physical systems;
● Experience in Li-ion cells modelling (e.g., SPM, DFN), preferably using 
opensource or custom- developed software;
● Experience with computational tools for multiphysics analyses (e.g., OpenFOAM, 
Ansys Fluent);
● Ability to work in a collaborative environment, with a strong commitment to 
achieve assigned objectives;
● Ability to organize and complete multiple tasks/projects at one time;
● Good knowledge of written and spoken English;
● Skills in problem solving;
● Good communication and relational skills;
● Self-motivation and result orientation;
● Ability to write technical reports and scientific papers.

Furthermore the following elements will be positively evaluated:
● Experience on modelling redox flow cells;
● Experience with Modelica-based simulators (e.g., OpenModelica, Dymola, Modelon 
Impact) and/or chemical process simulators;
● Experience in data-driven modelling approache.

Employment

Type of contract: Fixed Term Contract
Gross annual salary: about € 41.400
Working hours: full time (38 hours per week)
Start date: April 2024
Duration: 2 years (with the possibility to extend the contract depending on 
funding)
Workplace: Povo - Rovereto
Benefits: flexi-time, company subsidized cafeteria or meal vouchers, internal 
car park, welcome office
support for visa formalities, accommodation, social security (SANIFONDS), 
family-work balance, free training courses, support on bank account opening, 
discount on public transport, sport, language course fees. More info at 
https://www.fbk.eu/en/work-with-us/

Application
Interested candidates are requested to submit their application by completing 
the online form (https://jobs.fbk.eu/). Please make sure that your application 
contains the following attachments (in pdf format):
● Detailed CV including a list of scientific publications;
● Cover Letter (explaining your motivation for this specific position)
● At least 2 professional references (e-mails and/or phone numbers)

Application deadline: March 25, 2024

Please read our Regulations on the recruitment and selection of fixed-term 
personnel (effective from October 15, 2018) before completing your application.
For further information, please contact the Human Resources Services at 
jobs@fbk.eu.