Deadline: 25 September 2025
Ref: DA/25/28 **_Background_** **_Beamline / Project / Activity description_** The beamlines of Elettra 2.0 will host a wide variety of experiments in many different scientific fields. In recent years the number of experiments in the field of energy storage has increased significantly. On some specific beamlines up to 25% of the research projects are on batteries, many of them with operando measurements. The growing number of experiments necessitated an expansion of the support infrastructure. To this aim, a new facility has been recently installed to support users experiments in the field of energy storage materials and (electro-)catalysis. It provides them with tools for assembling and disassembling batteries, as well as equipment to be used at the beamlines during experiments. Recently, two state-of-the art gloveboxes have been installed and are already being used by users and staff members. Additional equipment for sample preparation and characterization is available at the Chemical Lab of Elettra **_Job description_** The role demands a proactive approach to collaborate with beamline staff and users through every phase of their activity at the beamlines, from preparing the experimental set-up to conducting complex data analysis and writing scientific manuscripts. Active participation in the maintenance and upgrade of the support facility equipment is expected. **_Qualifications_** A solid background in battery or (electro-)catalysis research and a significant experience dealing with air-sensitive compounds are expected. Any of the following qualifications will be considered as additional assets (please indicate relevant publications or thesis):



- Research experience in the field of material characterization techniques such as XRD, XAFS and SAXS.
- Research experience with electrode related materials (such as layered compounds, PBA’s MOF’s etc.)
- Experience in the use and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
- Participation in experimental campaigns at synchrotron or FEL user facilities.
- Experience in seeking external funding for research.
- Skills in disseminating research results both to experienced researchers and novice users.
- Programming skills in Python or Matlab, including interfacing of instruments. Good time management skills and ability to prioritize are expected, together with the ability to interact with the facility staff and international users at all levels, and to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Good oral and written communication skills in English are essential.
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- The interviews could be performed through video conferencing._
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- Employees or former employees of Elettra Sincrotrone Trieste S.C.p.A. or temporary and staff leasing employees or former employees with working experience at the company will be excluded from the present selection procedure. Employees or former employees of any Italian Public Entity who have exercised authority over Elettra Sincrotrone Trieste S.C.p.A. or have negotiated with Elettra - Sincrotrone Trieste S.C.p.A. within the last three years, will also be excluded from the present selection procedure, in accordance with the provisions of article 21 of the Italian legislative decree no. 39/2013 and in conjunction with article 53 (subsection16ter) of Italian legislative decree no. 165/2001._
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- We thank all applicants in advance._

📌 Postdoctoral Research Associate (Basovizza)
🏢 Elettra Sincrotrone Trieste
📍 Basovizza