Postdoctoral Researcher, Chemical Engineering and Materials Science (Biotech)
Job Description
Job Description
The Materials Design Lab, led by Professor Jae Chul Kim in the Department of Chemical Engineering and Materials Science (CEMS), invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher position in the field of electrochemical energy storage systems. The successful candidate will conduct original and innovative research focusing on:
Design of novel cathode materials and interfaces for next-generation lithium-ion batteries.
Atomic-resolution structural characterization using advanced electron microscopy techniques.
This full-time position is available starting May 19, 2025, or later, and is suited for a highly motivated researcher aiming to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced research environment.
Duties and Responsibilities
Perform research and development of advanced materials for energy storage applications.
Lead experiments in battery fabrication and electrochemical testing.
Conduct atomic-scale analysis of materials using electron microscopy and, when applicable, synchrotron-based techniques.
Analyze electrochemical, spectroscopic, and scattering data from in-house and national lab beamline facilities.
Collaborate closely with graduate students and other research staff.
Present findings at conferences and contribute to scholarly publications.
Assist with grant writing and proposal development when necessary.
Required Qualifications
Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field by the time of appointment.
Background in energy storage materials.
Demonstrated hands-on experience in battery fabrication and electrochemical testing methods.
Department
Materials Science and EngineeringGeneral Submission Guidelines:
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