Design, Synthesis, and Mechanistic Study of Cathode Materials with Oxygen Redox Activity for Lithium-Ion Batteries - 2026_CDR_DENG_11

Position: Post-doctoral research contract Institute: Polytechnic of Milano
Posted on: 30/04/2026 Deadline: 30/05/2026

Scientific-Disciplinary Group

09/ICHI-02 - Chemical Plants And Technologies

Description

This project aims to develop novel high-capacity cathode materials for next-generation lithium-ion batteries (LIBs). To achieve this goal, in addition to the transition-metal redox reactions occurring in conventional cathode materials (e.g., layered NCM), anionic redox processes (oxygen redox activity) will be introduced to enable multi-electron transfer. A series of such materials will be designed and synthesized. Although anionic redox shows great potential, it can also lead to challenges such as structural instability, capacity fading, and electrolyte degradation. Therefore, a systematic understanding of these issues is essential for the rational design of high-energy-density active materials. This will be addressed as another key aspect of the project through the use of various advanced characterization techniques.

Job posting website

https://www.polimi.it/en/bandi-per-contratti-di-ricerca

Number of positions

1

Funding body

Politecnico di Milano

How to apply

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Selection process

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https://www.polimi.it/en/bandi-per-contratti-di-ricerca Quality, originality, and innovation of the research proposal, with reference to the research program covered by this selection (up to 30 points) Relevance and significance of previous research activities and professional experience in relation to the research program (up to 10 points) Relevance and significance of submitted publications with respect to the research program (up to 10 points) Interview, aimed at assessing the candidate’s research aptitude, their ability to implement the proposed project, and their knowledge of English and/or other relevant languages for the research (up to 50 points)

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