Postdoctoral Position on 2D and 3D Reconstruction of Battery Materials Using FIB-SEM

Postdoctoral Position on 2D and 3D Reconstruction of Battery Materials Using FIB-SEM

INM - Leibniz Institute for New Materials

Saarbrücken, Germany

Your Tasks:

• Prepare electrode materials using established processes.
• Characterize the microstructure of electrode materials using FIB-SEM.
• Apply and develop 2D segmentation and 3D reconstruction algorithms.
• Explore different methods to increase contrast between light elements.
• Correlate structure–property relationships using microstructural metrics.
• Develop mechanistic concepts of composite conductivity based on your results.
• Publishing results in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at conferences.
• Supervise and support graduate and undergraduate students.

Your Profile:

• Very good PhD in materials science, physics, or a similar discipline.
• Track record (publications) in conductive composite materials (batteries or other).
• Experience with SEM and/or FIB is mandatory.
• Strong experimental skills, laboratory precision, and data management abilities.
• Proven publication record in high-quality journals.
• Interest in quantum-based technologies.
• Very good communication skills (written and spoken) in English.

Beneficial:

• Programming skills or willingness to learn.
• Experience with digital materials science, data organization, and storage.
• Practical experience with TEM techniques.