Postdoctoral Researcher in Metal Hydrides and Neutron-Based Techniques for Hydrogen Storage

The Department of Chemistry, Ångström conducts research and education in chemistry. The department has 270 employees and a turnover of SEK 290 million. Its six programmes conduct highly successful research of a high international standard. We have a large number of externally funded research projects, often involving international collaboration, and we expect continued strong growth in our field. The department has teaching responsibilities on engineering and Master of Science in Engineering programmes, as well as Master's programmes. More information is available on our website. (https://kemi.uu.se/angstrom)
The research project focuses on developing metal hydrides as materials for hydrogen gas storage. The project will be part of a collaborative project aiming to develop instrumentation for in situ neutron diffraction and neutron imaging during hydrogen gas absorption and desorption at the European Spallation Source (ESS). The project will involve the synthesis and structural characterisation of metal hydrides, primarily using diffraction methods, and investigating their hydrogen storage properties. The materials will be investigated using a new advanced instrument developed as part of the project, which offers unique opportunities for in situ studies of hydrogen storage materials.
Duties
The main duties of a postdoctoral researcher are to conduct research. They may also include teaching, up to 20% of working time. The project will be carried out under the supervision of Dr Rebecca Clulow in the Inorganic Chemistry Programme at the Department of Chemistry, Ångström.
The research will involve the synthesis, structural characterisation and measurement of the properties of metal hydrides. The synthesis work will include, among other things, high-temperature methods. Structural characterisation will use diffraction methods such as X-ray diffraction, neutron diffraction and in situ measurements. The project will also require a range of other structural characterisation methods and experiments involving hydrogen gas absorption.
The duties also include:
Research in the subject area
Teaching at advanced and doctoral level
Applying for beamtime and relevant funding opportunities
Supervising thesis students and visiting students
Administration related to the duties above.

Qualifications
A PhD in chemistry/materials chemistry or a related subject. The degree must have been completed by the time the appointment decision is made. Preference will primarily be given to candidates who obtained their degree no more than three years ago. The three-year period is calculated from the application deadline. In special circumstances, the degree may have been obtained earlier. Special circumstances include leave due to illness, parental leave, union duties, etc.
Expertise in materials chemistry, synthesis and diffraction-based techniques is required for the position, and applicants should clearly describe relevant experience in their application. Applicants should have prior knowledge of structure–property relationships and general experience in materials characterisation, for example thermal analysis and electron microscopy. Applicants should be fluent in English and have excellent written and oral communication skills.
Applications will be assessed according to the following criteria: meeting the eligibility requirements, previous experience in related fields and personal suitability. Greater weight will be given to the quality of individual scientific work than to the number of publications. Consideration will also be given to the ability to collaborate, drive and independence. How the applicant’s experience/skills are considered to complement and strengthen ongoing research at the department will also be taken into account.
The application should include a cover letter, CV, copies of degree certificates and publications.
Desirable/additional qualifications
In addition to the qualifications listed above, the project will involve advanced structural characterisation and measurement of material properties. Knowledge of and/or experience in neutron diffraction, neutron imaging and hydrogenation/hydrogen loading will be useful for the project. Previous experience with metal hydride systems is also a strong advantage.
Terms
This is a fixed-term appointment for 2 years under a central collective agreement (kollektivavtal). Scope of employment: 100%. Starting date: 2027-02-01 or as soon as possible thereafter. Location: Uppsala.
For information about the appointment, contact: Rebecca Clulow rebecca.clulow@kemi.uu.se
Welcome to submit your application by 18 November 2026, UFV-PA 2026/3142.
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