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Postdoctoral Researcher Position in (Scanning) Transmission Electron Microscopy of Catalytic Materials for Green Hydrogen and Energy Applications

September 6, 2025

**Job Description**
This Postdoctoral Researcher position at the Advanced Electron Nanoscopy (GAeN) Group at ICN2 supports advanced characterization within the European NEXPECH₂ project, focused on sustainable energy solutions through green hydrogen generation via solar-driven photoelectrochemical (PEC) systems. The role involves applying advanced electron microscopy techniques, specifically STEM and FIB, to investigate catalytic nanomaterials critical for green hydrogen and energy technologies. The researcher will design and perform real-time in-situ TEM experiments using gas and liquid sample environments to observe materials under simulated operating conditions, analyze materials from NEXPECH₂ partners, and provide insights to optimize device performance and support collaborators with in-situ TEM measurements.

**Skills & Abilities**
• Deep expertise in electron microscopy, particularly STEM and FIB methods.
• Proven experience in designing and conducting in-situ TEM experiments.
• Familiarity with energy-related nanomaterials and catalysis (highly desirable).
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative international team.
• Excellent communication skills to support project partners effectively and contribute to scientific discussions and reporting.
• Adaptability, attention to detail, and a proactive attitude toward research challenges.

**Qualifications**
Required Degree(s) in:
• Chemistry
• Physics
• Material Science
• Closely related fields

**Experience**
Experience Required:
• Previous research experience in an academic or industrial setting involving advanced transmission electron microscopy for energy materials or catalysis.
Other:
• Skills on in-situ TEM will be a plus.
• Experience collaborating in international, multidisciplinary projects is a plus.
• Hands-on experience working with large-scale research infrastructures, such as synchrotrons, is an advantage.

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Experience
Experience Required: • Previous research experience in an academic or industrial setting involving advanced transmission electron microscopy for energy materials or catalysis. Other: • Skills on in-situ TEM will be a plus. • Experience collaborating in international, multidisciplinary projects is a plus. • Hands-on experience working with large-scale research infrastructures, such as synchrotrons, is an advantage.
Work Level
Postdoc
Employment Type
Research Job
Salary
Annual Salary: Salary will depend on qualifications and demonstrated experience. Benefits: • Life Insurance. • Work-Life Balance and Flexibility with flexible work schedules. • 28 holidays per year. • Flexible compensation plan (tax advantages contracting some products like health insurance, childcare, training, among others). • Training activities (languages, mentoring programme, wellbeing programme). • International environment.
Details
Full-time Duration: 18 months Location Requirement: Relocation support provided Campus-based in Bellaterra (Barcelona)
School / Department / Center / Lab
• Advanced Electron Nanoscopy (GAeN) Group
Supervisor Email
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Institut Català de Nanociència i Nanotecnologia (ICN2)
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