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Job Title: Postdoctoral ResearcherLocation: MadridType: Full-TimeDepartment: Silicon & Refractories TeamCompany Description:Silbat Energy Storage Solutions is at the forefront of innovation, developing groundbreaking long-duration battery technology that harnesses the latent heat of fusion of silicon. Our cutting-edge solution offers up to 100 hours of energy storage with energy-related capital expenditures under $10/kWh. This technology enables 100% dispatchable renewable energy at costs that compete with current fossil-fuel and nuclear power plants. Our mission is to push the boundaries of clean energy innovation, making sustainable energy solutions more accessible and economically viable.Role Description:We are seeking a full-time Postdoctoral Researcher to join our Silicon & Refractories Team on-site in Madrid. The successful candidate will focus on the following key responsibilities:Conducting finite element simulations of the thermal segments of our energy storage system.Assisting with industrial-scale laboratory work to validate and refine these simulations across various prototypes and testing sets.Collaborating and maintaining a constant feedback flow with manufacturers, part suppliers, and research institutions.Producing internal reports and scientific articles, as well as participating in international conferences.This role is pivotal in optimising Silbat's Long-Duration Energy Storage (LDES) technology and advancing the field of energy storage.Qualifications:PhD in physics, chemistry, material engineering, mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, nuclear engineering, energy engineering, or related fields.Experience:Proven experience in finite element simulations (e.g., ANSYS, COMSOL Multiphysics).Experience in simulating thermal phenomena.Background in thermal energy-related simulations.Proficiency in both written and spoken English.Additionally Valued Experience:Experience in the refractory materials and foundry industries.Background in industrial-scale prototype testing.Experience in different programming languages such as Python, MATLAB, etc.Proficiency in Spanish at a professional level.Benefits:Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.Flexible working hours and a supportive work-life balance.Collaborative and innovative work environment.Company Values:Innovation: The cornerstone of our creativity, enabling our talent to develop solutions of profound significance.Collaboration: The foundation of our relationships, guided by integrity and transparency in our actions.Passion: The driving force that inspires us to make a positive impact in all our endeavours, fueled by confidence, resilience, and motivation.