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How will you contribute?After the International Energy Agency, cooling our food and houses requires today 20 % of all the energy needed in the residential sector. This share will grow to 40 % by 2040 as a direct consequence of the world population increase and the global warming effect. This industry accounts for 10% of all CO2 emissions, which is three times more than what is generated by aviation and shipping. The existing cooling technologies are overwhelmingly dominated by the vapour-compression systems, which is a 150 years-old technology relying on greenhouse gases and exhibiting an average efficiency less than 50 %. We clearly need to come up with more efficient cooling principles.
LIST has recently been very successful at showing that electrocaloric cooling is a convincing technology when it comes to efficient cooling alternative principles (Alvar Torello et al. Science 2020; Junning Li et al., Science , 2023). In this study, we want to investigate electrocaloric polymers as cooling elements, in the frame of a European project from the EIC scheme. The idea of this project is to combine the exclusive assets of electrocaloric polymers in one single device and assess its global efficiency. These assets are (1) excellent electrocaloric properties, (2) excellent materials efficiency, (3) the possibility to boost efficiency by recycling energy, (4) scale-up possibilities thanks to roll-to-roll compatibilities and (5) compactness of cooling devices.
More specifically, the role of the post doc will be to fabricate polymer-based electrocaloric multilayer capacitors, to test their structural, dielectric, ferroelectric, thermal and electrocaloric properties. Reliability studies will be deployed to determine the breakdown voltage and the expected lifetime of the multilayers.
Among others, and depending on their area of activity, their duties may include:
Performs RDI tasks with autonomy evaluates, selects, and applies scientific methods; conducts
experiments and tests (following predefined protocols); makes critical analysis, evaluation, and synthesis
of new or complex ideas; evaluates feasibility and effectiveness of solutions; etc.
Contributes to the identification of new opportunities for innovation or application.
Is Your profile described below? Are you our future colleague? Applynow!
Education
You hold a PhD in Materials Science or in Physics.
Experience and skills
You have a taste for experiments. You like working in a team. Knowing ferroelectric materials is a plus.
Language skills
Good level of written and spoken English.
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Your application must include:
Please apply ONLINE formally through the HR system. Applications by email will not be considered.
Application procedure and conditions
We kindly request applicants to provide their nationality for statistical purposes only, as part of our commitment to promoting diversity and ensuring equal opportunities in our workforce. This information will be kept confidential and will not be used for any discriminatory purposes.
LIST is dedicated to maintaining an inclusive work environment and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to attracting, hiring, and retaining a diverse workforce. All applicants will be considered for employment without discrimination based on national origin, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, religion, age, or disability.
Applications will be continuously reviewed until the position is filled. An assessment committee will thoroughly evaluate applications, adhering to guidelines designed to ensure equal opportunities. The primary criteria for selection will be the alignment of the applicant's existing skills and expertise with the requirements mentioned above.
REQUIREDLANGUAGESTo be considered for this position it is crucial that you have knowledge of the following languages
Write C1 Advanced
Speak C1 Advanced
minimum required Education
Required work experience in years
0 or more years
Job Category
Details
Employment type
Contract type
Hours per week
40
Contract period
Months
Contract duration
24
Location
Country
City
Esch-Sur-Alzette
Contract Type
Fixed Term contract
Employment type
Full-Time
UO
MRT
Profile type
Researcher
Recruiter in charge
Hélène ARAGO