Scientist (Tenure Track) / Scientist (Tenure Track)

Your Tasks

* Leading innovative research projects focused on next-generation battery materials and interfaces

* Developing and implementing advanced physical, electrochemical, and operando characterization methods for battery materials and devices

* Establishing and leading national and international research collaborations with academic institutions, research organizations, and industrial partners

* Publishing scientific results in leading peer-reviewed journals and presenting research at international conferences

* Contributing to the strategic development of the group, including new research initiatives, laboratory infrastructure, and experimental capabilities

* Mentoring and supervising PhD students, postdoctoral researchers, and junior scientists, fostering their scientific and professional development

Your Profile

• PhD in materials science, chemistry, physics, electrochemistry, or a closely related discipline
• Strong research background in electrochemistry, battery materials, solid-state batteries, or related fields
• Proven scientific excellence demonstrated by a strong publication record
• Experience with advanced materials characterization techniques
• Track record of acquiring competitive research funding or clear potential to secure external funding
• Experience with large-scale research facilities, such as synchrotron or neutron sources, is an advantage
• Strong communication skills, a collaborative mindset, and genuine interest in supervising early-career researchers
• Very good command of English

We Offer

Our institution is rooted in interdisciplinary, innovative, and dynamic collaboration. You will benefit from systematic on-the-job training, along with opportunities for personal development and our well-defined vocational training culture. We support a healthy work-life balance and other personal interests through modern employment conditions and on-site infrastructure.

This is a Tenure Track position with an initial employment contract limited to 3 years.

Application Information

For further information, please contact Dr. Mario El Kazzi at mario.el-kazzi@psi.ch.

Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

Paul Scherrer Institute, Human Resources Management, Mikela Szolansky
5232 Villigen PSI, Switzerland