The Paul Scherrer Institute PSI is the largest research institute for natural and engineering sciences within Switzerland. We perform cutting-edge research in the fields of matter and materials, energy and environment and human health. By performing fundamental and applied research, we work on sustainable solutions for major challenges facing society, science and economy. PSI is committed to the training of future generations. Therefore about one quarter of our staff are post-docs, post-graduates or apprentices. Altogether PSI employs 2100 people.



For the Neutron Imaging of Electrochemical Systems Group within the Electorchemistry Laboratory we are looking for a

PhD Student

Neutron Imaging of Li-ion Batteries: A novel way towards performance and durability improvement

Your tasks

• Analyze limitations related to Li-ion transport in liquid and solid state Li-ion batteries


• Design and realize test cells for in situ neutron imaging of operating batteries


• Image processing and data analysis / Elecrochemical testing


• Publish in international scientific journals

Your profile

• Master degree in an engineering field, physics or material sciences


• English fluently written and spoken


• Skilled in data processing with Matlab or a similar environment


• Knowledge in Electrochemistry would be an asset

You will be registered as a PhD Student at the ETH Zürich.

We offer

Our institution is based on an interdisciplinary, innovative and dynamic collaboration. You will profit from a systematic training on the job, in addition to personal development possibilities and our pronounced vocational training culture. If you wish to optimally combine work and family life or other personal interests, we are able to support you with our modern employment conditions and the on-site infrastructure.

For further information please contact Dr Pierre Boillat, phone +41 56 310 27 43.

Please submit your application (including addresses of referees) for the position as a PhD Student (index no. 5424-00).

Paul Scherrer Institut Human Resources Management, Jeanine Gehrig, 5232 Villigen PSI, Switzerland