Alex Ganose

Two fully funded positions (PhD and Postdoc) are available in the computational materials chemistry group led by Assistant Professor Kasper Tolborg at Aalborg University, Denmark. The research focuses on the design and discovery of next-generation solid electrolytes for batteries, leveraging computational chemistry, machine learning, and experimental validation. The projects are part of the Villum Young Investigator project, "Entropy in materials design: Accelerated discovery of disordered solid electrolytes," and aim to develop computational methods to predict materials with tailored disorder and apply these to solid-state battery technologies. The postdoc position is computational, involving density functional theory (DFT) calculations, machine learning, and collaboration with Associate Professor Alex Ganose at Imperial College London, including a potential exchange stay. The PhD position integrates computational predictions and experimental work, including solid-state synthesis and materials characterization. Both positions are based in the Department of Chemistry and Bioscience, which offers state-of-the-art infrastructure and a dynamic, interdisciplinary environment. Applicants for the postdoc must hold a PhD in chemistry, materials science, physics, nanoscience, or a closely related field, with experience in computational materials science, DFT, machine learning, and scientific programming. The PhD position requires a master's degree in a relevant field, or enrollment in a master's program for the integrated PhD. Experience with machine learning, DFT, molecular dynamics, and experimental techniques is advantageous. Excellent English skills and a collaborative spirit are essential for both roles. Both positions are fully funded under Danish university regulations, with competitive salaries and benefits. The application deadline is 21 April 2026. Applications must be submitted via Aalborg University's recruitment system, with all required documents. For more information, see the official job advertisements or contact Kasper Tolborg at [email protected].

AAU’s Department of Chemistry and Bioscience is advertising two research openings in computational materials chemistry focused on the discovery of disordered crystalline materials for solid-state electrolytes and next-generation battery materials. The post is led by Kasper Tolborg (Tenure-Track Assistant Professor, Aalborg University) within the computational materials chemistry group and the Section of Disordered Materials. The project is part of the Villum Young Investigator project “Entropy in materials design: Accelerated discovery of disordered solid electrolytes” . Postdoc opening: a two-year full-time postdoc in computational discovery of disordered crystalline materials. The work includes developing computational datasets from density functional theory calculations, training machine learning models, building accelerated workflows, and applying the models to predict disordered solid electrolytes. Collaboration with Assoc. Prof. Alex Ganose at Imperial College London is mentioned, with a possible 1–2 month exchange stay. PhD opening: a PhD stipend / integrated PhD stipend in accelerated materials discovery. The project combines DFT , machine learning , and molecular dynamics to design crystalline solid electrolytes with tailored disorder, with experimental validation through solid-state synthesis and materials characterization. The balance between computational and experimental work can be tailored to the candidate. Eligibility highlights: the postdoc requires a PhD in chemistry, materials science, physics, nanoscience, or a closely related field, plus a strong publication record and relevant computational experience. The PhD stipend requires a relevant master’s degree; the integrated PhD route is for applicants not yet finished with the master’s degree but enrolled in a relevant programme. Strong English, scientific programming (e.g. Python), teamwork, and interdisciplinary interest are emphasized. Funding and terms: the postdoc is a salaried full-time position. The PhD stipend is normally three years; the integrated PhD includes SU-PhD grants during part A and later employment as a PhD fellow, with an external research stay outside Aalborg University expected during the PhD. Deadline: 21 April 2026. Applications must be submitted through Aalborg University’s recruitment system and include the required application letter, CV, diplomas/transcripts, and supporting documents.

Aalborg University is advertising two research openings in the computational materials chemistry group led by Kasper Tolborg in the Department of Chemistry and Bioscience, Denmark: a Postdoc and a PhD Stipend / Integrated PhD Stipend . The research theme is computational discovery of disordered crystalline materials for solid-state electrolytes and next-generation battery materials. The project sits within the Villum Young Investigator project “Entropy in materials design: Accelerated discovery of disordered solid electrolytes” and combines density functional theory , machine learning , scientific programming (e.g. Python), and in the PhD project also molecular dynamics and possible experimental validation. The postdoc will develop computational datasets and ML models for disordered materials, while the PhD project focuses on designing crystalline solid electrolytes with tailored disorder and may include experimental synthesis and characterization. Postdoc eligibility: PhD in chemistry, materials science, physics, nanoscience, or a closely related field; strong publication record; experience with DFT and machine learning; programming skills; and strong English, teamwork, and interdisciplinary skills. Experience with disordered materials and automated workflows is an advantage. PhD eligibility: master’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science, physics, nanoscience, or a closely related field. Integrated PhD applicants must be enrolled in a relevant master’s programme and not yet have completed the degree. Strong materials chemistry, analytical skills, Python, English, and collaborative ability are required; ML, DFT, MD, solid-state synthesis, and materials characterization are advantageous. Funding and terms: The postdoc is a two-year full-time position . The PhD stipend is normally 3 years ; the integrated PhD includes SU-PhD grants for up to two years and then up to two years of PhD employment after the master’s degree. The post does not mention a specific stipend amount. Deadline: 21 April 2026 for both positions. Applications must be submitted through Aalborg University’s recruitment system on the job advertisement page. Contact: Kasper Tolborg ([email protected]). The post also mentions collaboration with Assoc. Prof. Alex Ganose at Imperial College London and a possible 1–2 month exchange stay for the postdoc.