Researcher in Chemistry
University College Cork
Further Vacancy Details
Post-Doctoral Researcher, School of Chemistry
36 Months, Fixed-Term, Whole-Time Post
Position Summary
Applications are invited for the role of Post-Doctoral Researcher within the School of Chemistry.
Taighde Eireann-Research Ireland Frontiers for the Future
Additive manufacturing, or 3D printing, of rechargeable batteries can create new form-factor cells molded to the shape of the device at design stage without compromising energy density at cell level. With large-scale proliferation, sustainable and recyclable materials are needed to avoid used cell waste accumulation. Inspired by safe aqueous battery chemistries and development in stereolithographic vat photopolymerization printing, we will develop a 3D printed aqueous lithium-ion batteries using sustainable active cathode and anode materials, which can be fully recycled and recovered after use. This battery will have various form-factors form coin cells to those of molded covers for wireless devices (medical, wearable etc.) to allow a stable cycling, higher energy density option compared to existing form factors. For better electrode electrical conductivity and rigidity required for viable 3D printed cells, the printable materials will be optimized to maintain low resistance and efficient packing of active electrode materials. These printed batteries will be designed to provide a stable cell-level capacity of at least 2 mAh in a coin cell (exceeding a similar metal coin cell) and correspondingly scaled energy densities for new forms factors. The project will also demonstrate how to recover active materials.
The position is fully funded for 3 years.
Project Title: Fully Recyclable 3D Printable Aqueous Rechargeable Batteries using Sustainable Resources
Post Duration: 36 Months
Salary: €45,847 – €52,339 per annum, IUA PD1 Salary Scale
For an information package including further details of the post see https://ore.ucc.ie/.
Informal enquiries can be made in confidence to Professor Colm O’Dwyer, c.odwyer@ucc.ie
Applications must be submitted online via the University College Cork vacancy portal (https://ore.ucc.ie/). Queries relating to the online application process should be referred to recruitment@ucc.ie, quoting the job-title and project name.
Candidates should apply, in confidence, before 12 noon (Irish Local Time) on Friday, 20th June 2025.
No late applications will be accepted.
Please note that an appointment to posts advertised will be dependent on University approval, together with the terms of the employment control framework for the higher education sector.
UCC is committed to creating and fully embracing an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated. As a University we strive to create a workplace that reflects the diversity of our student population where people from a wide variety of backgrounds learn from one another, share ideas, and work collaboratively. UCC is committed to being an employer that recognises the value of diversity amongst its staff. We encourage applicants to consult our policies at https://www.ucc.ie/en/edi/policies/ and initiatives at https://www.ucc.ie/en/edi/implementation/ and we welcome applications from everyone, including those who are underrepresented in the protected characteristics set out in our Equal Opportunities & Diversity Policy.
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Contact Person : Colm O’Dwyer Contact Email : c.odwyer@ucc.ie
Job ID : 086773 Contact Number :
Close Date : 20-Jun-2025 12:00
Click on the link(s) below to view documents Filesize Notes
Candidate Brief Post Doctoral Researcher.pdf 3950.8  
Guide for UCC Applicants 926  
Guide For External Applicants 1672.6