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ppJoin us to shape the future of battery recycling by developing electrified technologies that recover high-purity materials from complex Li-ion streams and close the materials loop. /p h3Job Description /h3 pJoin the Materials Production, Refining and Recycling (MPRR) group in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering (MSE) at TU Delft, in collaboration with the Netherlands Organisation for Applied Scientific Research (TNO), to contribute to advancing Li-ion battery circularity by developing innovative methods to electrochemically purify and separate various elements from mixed NMC and LFP Li-ion battery waste streams. /p pThe project will be jointly supervised by Dr. Shoshan Abrahami (TU Delft) and Dr. Devin Boom (TNO), and is part of the ADAPT‑BATT (Adaptive Processing for LFP‑mixed Battery Waste Streams) project. ADAPT‑BATT is embedded within the national Material Independence Circular Batteries program, which supports the growth of the Li‑ion battery manufacturing and recycling industry in the Netherlands. /p h3As a PhD Researcher, You Will /h3 ul liOptimize the leaching of desired elements from mixed battery waste streams. /li liDevelop sustainable processes to electrify the purification and separation of Cu, Al, Fe, and graphite from the leach solution. /li liOptimize cell design and closed‑loop operation. /li liEvaluate the performance of recycled materials in new battery cells. /li /ul pYour work will contribute to recycling routes that use fewer chemicals, reduce waste, and lower greenhouse gas emissions compared to conventional recycling processes. /p h3Background /h3 pBatteries are essential for decarbonizing transport and enabling renewable energy storage, yet their widespread use presents a growing waste‑management challenge. Recycling spent batteries is key to recovering valuable materials and improving the sustainability of the battery value chain. Hydrometallurgical recycling is especially well‑suited for processing the complex and variable composition of industrial Li‑ion battery waste streams, including LFP chemistries. However, to meet EU regulatory targets and reduce environmental impact, these processes must become more efficient and selective to enable high‑purity recovery and improved recovery rates. /p h3Job Requirements /h3 ul liMSc degree in Materials Science, Metallurgy, Chemistry, or a closely related field. /li liPractical experience in hydrometallurgy and electrochemistry. Previous work on lithium battery recycling is a plus. /li liProven hands‑on experience working in a chemical laboratory and strong knowledge of safety procedures and risk management practices. /li liSolid understanding of chemical reactions and thermodynamics. /li liStrong communication skills in English, including proficiency in scientific writing (reports, papers) and technical presentations. TU Delft requires a certain level of English proficiency for participation in Doctoral Education courses and for writing the PhD thesis and scientific publications. Please consult the Graduate School’s Admission Requirements for details. /li liAbility to work effectively in a team and willingness to collaborate with project partners, including academic and industry stakeholders. /li /ul h3Conditions of employment /h3 pDoctoral candidates will be offered a four‑year period of employment in principle, but in the form of two employment contracts. An initial 1.5‑year contract with an official go/no‑go progress assessment within 15 months, followed by an additional contract for the remaining 2.5 years assuming everything goes well and performance requirements are met. /p pSalary and benefits are in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities, increasing from €3,059 – €3,881 gross per month, from the first year to the fourth year based on a full‑time contract (38 hours), plus 8% holiday allowance and an end‑of‑year bonus of 8.3%. /p pAs a PhD candidate you will be enrolled in the TU Delft Graduate School. The Doctoral Education Programme is aimed at developing your transferable, discipline‑related and research skills. The TU Delft offers a customisable compensation package, discounts on health insurance, a monthly work costs contribution, and flexible work schedules. /p pWill you need to relocate to the Netherlands for this job? TU Delft is committed to make your move as smooth as possible! The HR unit, Coming to Delft Service, offers information on their website to help you prepare your relocation. In addition, the Coming to Delft Service organises events to help you settle in the Netherlands and expand your (social) network in Delft. A Dual Career Programme is available to support your accompanying partner with their job search in the Netherlands. /p h3Additional Information /h3 pThe expected starting period is Q2 2026. /p pFor more information about this vacancy, please contact: Dr. Shoshan Abrahami, /p h3Application procedure /h3 ul liA cover (motivation) letter /li liA detailed CV /li liThe abstract of your MSc thesis in English /li /ul pYou can address your application to Dr. Shoshan Abrahami. Please apply no later than 23 March 2026 via the application button and upload the above documents. /p pDoing a PhD at TU Delft requires English proficiency at a certain level to ensure that the candidate is able to communicate and interact well, participate in English‑taught Doctoral Education courses, and write scientific articles and a final thesis. For more details please check the Graduate Schools Admission Requirements. /p h3Please Note /h3 ul liYou can apply online. We will not process applications sent by email and/or post. /li liAs part of knowledge security, TU Delft conducts a risk assessment during the recruitment of personnel. This assessment, based on information provided by the candidates themselves (e.g., motivation letter and CV), takes place at the final stages of the selection process. When the outcome of the assessment is negative, the candidate will be informed. The processing of personal data in the context of the risk assessment is carried out on the legal basis of the GDPR: performing a public task in the public interest. You can find more information about this assessment on our website about knowledge security. /li liPlease do not contact us for unsolicited services. /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr
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