Postdoctoral Position in “hydrogen Fuel Cells - Single Cell and Small Stack“
Pubblicato il 07-08-2026 - Istituto Italiano Di Tecnologia in Torino
Italy **_Step into a world of endless possibilities, together let’s leave something for the future!_** At IIT, we are committed to advancing human-centered Science and Technology to address the most urgent societal challenges of our era. We foster excellence in both fundamental and applied research, spanning fields such as neuroscience and cognition, humanoid technologies and robotics, artificial intelligence, nanotechnology, and material sciences, offering a truly interdisciplinary scientific experience. Our approach integrates cutting-edge tools and technology, empowering researchers to push the limits of knowledge and innovation. With us, your curiosity will know no bounds. We are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering diversity in all its forms, creating an inclusive environment. We value the unique experiences, knowledge, backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives of our people. By embracing diversity, we believe science can achieve its fullest potential. **THE ROLE** You will be working in a multicultural and multi-disciplinary group, where materials scientist, physics, chemists, engineers collaborate, each with their expertise, to carry out a scientific activity with a shared research goal. The “Advanced materials for sustainable future technologies” Research Unit at Center for Sustainable Future Technologies (CSFT) is coordinated by prof. Fabrizio Pirri, who has extensive experience in nanotechnology, functional materials, energy transition. The CSFT is located in a Technology Park in Torino (Environment park) that is working on environmental innovation and sustainability pathways. For this research activity,
high-tech laboratories will be available at CSFT for the catalysts synthesis, MEA preparation up to TRL 5-6 scale, single fuel cell test, few stack fuel cells test, materials characterization, operando and correlative operando electrochemical characterizations. Your main responsibilities will be: - synthesis of functional material
- preparation and testing of membrane-electrode assemblies
- characterization of the single fuel cells components.
- commercial materials testing at operating conditions in Fuel Cells single device and stacks
- research materials testing at operating conditions in Fuel Cells single device and stacks **ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENT**
- PhD in chemical engineering, chemistry, material science, material engineering, physics, nanotechnology, or equivalent degree
- Hands-on experience in Hydrogen Fuel Cells technologies
- Hands-on experience in testing Hydrogen Fuel Cells
- Further experimental skills are an advantage (e.g. catalyst and/or MEA preparation) **ADDITIONAL SKILL**
- Good communication skills in English
- Strong problem-solving attitude
- High motivation to learn
- Spirit of innovation and creativity
- Good at time and priority management
- Ability to work in a challenging and international environment
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a highly interdisciplinary environment **COMPENSATION PACKAGE**
- Competitive salary package for international standards
- Private health care coverage (depending on your role and contract)
- Wide range of staff discounts Application’s deadline: 20th June 2025