Position Description
The Institute of Electronic Structure and Laser of the Foundation for research and Technology Hellas (IESL -FORTH), in the framework of the project INERRANT, (Call: HORIZON-CL5-2023-D2-02, GA 101147457 )
Funded under HORIZON-RIA - HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions, is seeking to recruit one (1) master student.
Job Description
The project will focus on understanding the relationships between composition, microstructure, mechanical response, and ion transport in composite polymer electrolytes relevant to next-generation energy-storage technologies. Particular emphasis will be placed on how the incorporation of inorganic or colloidal components modifies the structure and dynamics of the polymer electrolyte and, consequently, its rheological/mechanical properties and ionic conductivity. The student will be involved in the preparation and characterization of selected composite electrolyte formulations using complementary techniques such as rheology, impedance spectroscopy, thermal analysis, and, where appropriate, structural characterization. The overall objective will be to establish structure–property relationships that can guide the design of electrolytes combining efficient ion transport with enhanced mechanical functionality.
Required Qualifications
- BSc degree in Materials Science and Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline – 40%
- Demonstrated interest and/or experience in polymers, composite materials, electrolytes, or materials for energy applications – 25%
- Laboratory experience with materials characterization techniques (e.g., rheology, electrochemical impedance spectroscopy, thermal or structural characterization) – 20%
- Good command of English and ability to study and critically evaluate scientific literature – 15%
Application Procedure
Application Submission
Interested candidates who meet the aforementioned requirements are kindly asked to submit their applications, no later than November 16, 2026, 23:59 local Greece time to the address (hr@iesl.forth.gr [6]), with cc to Prof. George Petekidis (georgp@iesl.forth.gr [7], eglynos@iesl.forth.gr).
In order to be considered, the application must include:
- Application Form (please download file from the job announcement webpage https://www.iesl.forth.gr/en/jobs-bids/jobs/job-positions [8])
- Detailed curriculum vitae (CV) of the candidate
- Scanned Copies of academic titles
Any application received after the deadline will not be considered for the selection