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PhD Student in Ionic Thermoelectrics and Electrochemistry for Thermal Energy Harvesting Linköping University in Sweden
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Chemistry
Funding
PhD employment at Linköping University with a starting salary of SEK 35,300 per month, revised annually and increased at 30% and 60% doctoral completion. The position normally lasts four years full-time, with possible extension up to five years depending on teaching and departmental duties. The project is part of an ERC Starting Grant project.
Deadline
Oct 30, 2026
Country
Sweden
University
Linköping University
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Linköping University is recruiting a PhD student in Ionic Thermoelectrics and Electrochemistry for Thermal Energy Harvesting at the Department of Science and Technology, Campus Norrköping, Sweden.
The position is part of the ERC Starting Grant project HEAT-BRIDGE (High-Efficiency Thermal Energy Harvesting via Ionic Thermoelectric–Electronic Bridging), which aims to convert low-grade heat into electricity using ionic thermoelectrics, electrochemistry, mixed ionic–electronic materials, and soft electronics. The research combines fundamental materials science, transport phenomena, advanced functional materials, and deformable energy-harvesting devices.
The doctoral researcher will work on quasi-solid-state ionic thermoelectric materials, polymer-based gel electrolytes, ion–polymer interactions, ionic transport, redox-active materials, and the integration of these materials into soft thermal energy-harvesting devices. The project also includes device fabrication, characterization, optimization, scalable multi-cell fabrication, and validation using representative low-grade heat sources.
Required qualifications include a Master’s degree in Chemistry, Electrochemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related field, or equivalent coursework/knowledge. Applicants should have a strong background in electrochemistry and electrochemical materials or devices, hands-on experimental experience, and strong English communication skills. Experience with electrolytes, hydrogels, ionogels, eutectogels, redox chemistry, batteries, ion transport, cyclic voltammetry, electrochemical impedance spectroscopy, ionic thermoelectrics, and flexible electrochemical devices is considered meritorious.
The successful candidate will be supervised by Asst. Prof. Nara Kim at the Laboratory of Organic Electronics (LOE), Linköping University. LOE is an international and collaborative environment with extensive facilities for materials synthesis, characterization, device fabrication, cleanroom processing, printing, and additive manufacturing.
The employment is normally for four years full-time, with possible extension up to five years depending on teaching and departmental duties. The starting salary is currently SEK 35,300 per month. The start date is February–March 2027, or by agreement.
Application deadline: 30 October 2026. Apply online and submit a letter of application, CV, degree certificates, transcripts, thesis copy or draft, publication list, two referees, and passport copy.
Funding details
PhD employment at Linköping University with a starting salary of SEK 35,300 per month, revised annually and increased at 30% and 60% doctoral completion. The position normally lasts four years full-time, with possible extension up to five years depending on teaching and departmental duties. The project is part of an ERC Starting Grant project.
What's required
Applicants must have a Master’s degree in Chemistry, Electrochemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or another closely related field, or have completed at least 240 credits with at least 60 advanced credits relevant to the position. Required background includes a strong academic record in a relevant discipline, knowledge of electrochemistry and electrochemical materials or devices, hands-on experience with experimental materials preparation and/or electrochemical characterization, and very good spoken and written English. Meritorious experience includes electrolytes, hydrogels, ionogels, eutectogels, polymer electrolyte systems, redox chemistry, batteries or redox-flow batteries, ion transport and ion–polymer interactions, cyclic voltammetry, electrochemical impedance spectroscopy, ionic thermoelectrics, thermoelectric devices, and flexible or deformable electrochemical devices. Personal qualities emphasized are motivation, curiosity, creativity, persistence, initiative, teamwork, and strong communication skills.
How to apply
Apply through the university’s online application portal using the Apply button. Submit a letter of application with statement of purpose, CV, degree certificates, transcripts, a copy or draft of the master’s thesis, list of publications, contact details of two referees, and a copy of your passport. Applications must be received by 30 October 2026.
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