Postdoc in electrocatalysis Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden

Chalmers University of Technology is offering a postdoc in electrocatalysis at the Department of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering in Gothenburg, Sweden. The position is based in the Luneau Lab, where the team designs and investigates new catalytic materials and catalytic reactors for sustainable reactions, with a clear focus on reducing carbon dioxide emissions from energy carriers and chemicals.

The project centers on the design of novel electrocatalysts for CO2 electroreduction and hydrogen fuel cells. The successful candidate will synthesize catalytic materials, including highly ordered single atom catalysts and dilute alloys, and will characterize them using advanced techniques available within the department and at the Chalmers Materials Analysis Laboratory (CMAL). The work also includes in situ characterization at synchrotron facilities, making this a strong opportunity for a researcher interested in catalyst design, structure–property relationships, and advanced analytical methods.

The position sits within an international research environment spanning fundamental chemistry, materials science, renewable energy, chemical engineering, material recycling, nuclear chemistry, theory, and modelling. The role is clearly research-intensive and suited to candidates with a background in chemistry or materials science and experience in electrocatalysis. Applicants must hold a doctoral degree in chemistry or materials science, or an equivalent foreign degree, and should have strong English communication skills, be independent, collaborative, creative, and familiar with standard catalysis characterization methods and inorganic synthesis.

Experience with single atom catalysts, CO2 electrolyzer testing, and in situ methods such as XAS, IR, and Raman is particularly valued. The postdoc will synthesize electrocatalysts, run electrocatalytic tests in CO2 electrolyzers and/or rotating disk electrode setups, and contribute to internal and external meetings and conferences. The role may also involve limited supervision of master’s and/or PhD students.

Contractually, this is a temporary full-time employment for two years with a possible one-year extension. Physical presence is required for the duration of employment, and a valid residence permit must be shown by the start date. Chalmers offers employee benefits, a dynamic working environment in Gothenburg, and access to support such as Swedish courses and broader university equality initiatives.

The application deadline is 31 August 2026. Applicants must submit the application in English as PDF files through the online system. Required materials include a CV with publication list, the contact information for two references, details of teaching and pedagogical experience, and a personal letter describing motivation, previous research, key outcomes, and future research goals. Incomplete applications and applications sent by email will not be considered.