About the position
Postdoctoral Researcher in Bioelectrochemical CO₂ Conversion and Electrocatalysis
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?: Not funded by a EU programme
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?: No
The University of Jyväskylä, Department of Chemistry is seeking a highly motivated Industrial Postdoctoral Researcher for a 24-month fixed-term position in bioelectrochemical CO₂ conversion, electrocatalysis, and renewable methane production.
The Postdoctoral Researcher will contribute to the development, integration, and industrial validation of technology.
The Postdoctoral Researcher will be employed by the University of Jyväskylä throughout the project.
The candidate should have experience in electrocatalysis, bioelectrochemical and anaerobic systems, catalyst and reactor development, electrochemical and materials characterization, methane production, and catalyst durability studies, with demonstrated ability to work in multidisciplinary academic-industry projects involving scale-up, techno-economic and life-cycle assessment, and industrial implementation.
The duties, qualification requirements, and language skills of a postdoctoral researcher are stipulated by the University of Jyväskylä Regulations and language skills guidelines.
An opportunity to work on an interdisciplinary research project combining electrochemistry, microbiology, circular economy, and renewable energy technologies
At the University of Jyväskylä, you will be a valued member of our community with a unique opportunity to contribute to international research.
Salaries are based on job demands and employees’ performance following the Finnish University Salary System.The salary for a Postdoctoral Researcher is determined based on the task-specific demand level 5–6 for teaching and research staff.
We offer good working conditions for researchers and promote the principles of HR Excellence in Research, HRS4R.
The Human Resources Strategy for Researchers (HRS4R) is based on the values of the European Charter for Researchers & The Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers (Charter & Code).
A numbered list of all scientific publications and other publications showing the applicant's ability and merits for the position using the guidelines of the Research Council of Finland
We offer comprehensive, research-based chemistry education that crosses traditional subject boundaries and fosters a strong sense of community.
With a broad range of advanced tools, equipment and infrastructure, we support high-level international research collaborations and diverse teaching opportunities.
We also have research groups that develop and apply density functional theory and other theoretical methods to understand and support experimental research related to hydrogen production and storage.
It is essential that each member of the community thrives and has opportunities to develop and grow.
Years of Research Experience: 4 - 10
Additional application instructions:
We also have research groups that develop and apply density functional theory and other theoretical methods to understand and support experimental research related to hydrogen production and storage. Central to our approach is close cooperation within the department, faculty and with external partners, as demonstrated by the shared use of research facilities. We value in-depth fundamental research and the development of innovative applications built upon it. With a community of around 130 people, we have a significant proportion of international staff, enriching our work with diverse expertise and perspectives.
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Where to apply
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What you’ll bring
- The candidate should have experience in electrocatalysis, bioelectrochemical and anaerobic systems, catalyst and reactor development, electrochemical and materials characterization, methane production, and catalyst durability studies, with demonstrated ability to work in multidisciplinary academic-industry projects involving scale-up, techno-economic and life-cycle assessment, and industrial implementation.
- The duties, qualification requirements, and language skills of a postdoctoral researcher are stipulated by the University of Jyväskylä Regulations and language skills guidelines.
- The PhD degree required for the position must have been completed before the starting date.
- Experience in both academic and industrial research environments
- The salary range will be approximately 3600-4800 €/month (gross income), depending on the qualifications and experience of the candidate.
- However, you have 6 hours to complete your application before the timeout.
- Research Field: Biological sciences
- Years of Research Experience: 4 - 10
- Research Field: Chemistry
- Research Field: Engineering
- Research Field: Technology
At a glance
- Position type
- Other early career
- Institution
- University of Jyväskylä
- Department
- Department of Chemistry
- Research group
- Not stated
- Location
- Jyväskylä, Finland, FI
- Supervisor / contact person
- Professor Ali Davoodi
- Funding
- Salaried
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?: Not funded by a EU programme
Salaries are based on job demands and employees’ performance following the Finnish University Salary System.The salary for a Postdoctoral Researcher is determined based on the task-specific demand level 5–6 for teaching and research staff.
The salary range will be approximately 3600-4800 €/month (gross income), depending on the qualifications and experience of the candidate. - Duration
- Not stated
- Expected start
- Not stated
- Vacancy reference
- EURAXESS-463343
Research focus
- Discipline
- Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering
- Research area
- Electrochemistry, Electrocatalysis
- Methods
- DFT
- Software
- Not stated
Dates to know
- Listed on FOSS Positions
- 17 Sep 2026
- Original advertisement date
- Not stated in the source
- Application deadline
- 30 Sep 2026 · 20:59 UTC
- Priority review date
- Not stated
- Last checked
- 17 Sep 2026
- Last updated
- 17 Sep 2026
2026-09-30T20:59:59+00:00
How to apply
Application Deadline: 30 Sep 2026 - 20:59 (UTC)
The academic periods will focus primarily on experimental development and controlled validation. The company periods will focus on industrial requirements, process integration, application scenarios, performance evaluation, and preparation of an exploitation and pilot roadmap.
Who should apply
How to apply?
To apply, your ORCID profile (https://orcid.org) must be up to date and your publications must be visible to the public (Set visibility: Everyone).
The application documents that should be included in English and in PDF format:
We look forward to receiving your application in our recruitment system by September 30, 2026.
Our application process is transparent, professional and international. We communicate openly with the applicants throughout the recruitment process. We value equality and diversity in our work community and encourage qualified applicants to apply for this position.
The Department of Chemistry is internationally renowned for its high-quality research and teaching. We offer comprehensive, research-based chemistry education that crosses traditional subject boundaries and fosters a strong sense of community. Our teaching is being modernized through careful, collaborative efforts. The department’s key research areas include functional molecules and materials, chemical nanoscience, circular economy, and chemistry education. The department provides access to up-to-date chemistry infrastructure, including NMR, mass spectrometry, X-ray crystallography, ICP analytics, and laser laboratories. Additionally, the Nanoscience Center offers high-quality infrastructure for nanofabrication and characterization. With a broad range of advanced tools, equipment and infrastructure, we support high-level international research collaborations and diverse teaching opportunities.
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Contact: ali.a.davoodi@jyu.fijy-rekrytointi@jyu.fiPhone:
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