Job Description
The position offered concerns mainly the development and validation of models
for Li-ion 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 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);
● development and validation of physics-based Li-ion cells models for different
chemistries;
● 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 chemical processes
● 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;
● Basic knowledge know-how on batteries;
● Experience with computational tools for multiphysics analyses (e.g., OpenFOAM,
Ansys Fluent);
● Experience in Li-ion cells modelling (e.g., SPM, DFN) is not required but
would be a plus
● 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 with Modelica-based simulators (e.g., OpenModelica, Dymola, Modelon
Impact) and/or chemical process simulators;
● Knowledge on data-driven modelling approaches.
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)
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)
Application deadline: April 2, 2024
Email applications are not accepted.
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.
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