Materials Science and Engineering
Uppsala University’s Department of Materials Science and Engineering, specifically the Division of Nanotechnology and Functional Materials, is offering a postdoctoral position focused on the development of nanoporous materials for sustainable energy harvesting. The division is renowned for its research in functional porous materials for energy and environmental applications, nano biomaterials, sustainable electrical energy storage, and more. The project centers on creating new nanocomposites of cellulose and porous organic materials (POMs) with tailored structures for electricity generation. These nanocomposites will harness the energy from water and moisture—such as latent heat and chemical potential—using natural processes like evaporation and absorption, leading to the development of zero-emission, efficient, and recyclable electricity generation devices (WEG and MEG). Duties include both basic and applied research on POMs, including metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and porous organic polymers (POPs), synthesis using sustainable monomers, fabrication of freestanding nanocomposites via nanoengineering, and structural characterization. The role also involves studying water and moisture adsorption and evaluating device performance. The successful candidate will work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team, participate in supervising students, communicate research through publications and conferences, and contribute to funding applications. Applicants must have a doctoral degree in chemistry, nanotechnology, or a related field, with documented experience in nanoporous materials, nanofluidic membranes, ion transport, and relevant analytical techniques. Excellent English communication skills are required. The position is a temporary full-time contract for two years, with an individual salary, and is not funded by an EU programme. Applications should include a cover letter, CV, publication list, degree certificates, thesis summary, and referee contacts, and be submitted via the university’s recruitment system by October 10, 2025. Uppsala University is a leading international research institution, offering a dynamic and collaborative environment for researchers.
