Postdoctoral Research Fellow (Department of Materials Science and Engineering)

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Job Description

The successful candidate will conduct computational simulations and experimental research on sodium-ion batteries and other aqueous metal-ion rechargeable battery systems. The candidate will work closely with the Principal Investigator (PI) to investigate fundamental electrochemical processes, electrode materials, electrolytes, and battery performance. The research may involve the design, synthesis, characterization, and optimization of battery electrodes and electrolytes, as well as the development of advanced simulation models. The candidate is expected to contribute to a deeper understanding of electrochemical energy storage mechanisms and the advancement of next-generation rechargeable battery technologies.

Qualifications

• A PhD in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or a closely related discipline.

• Research experience or a strong interest in rechargeable battery technologies, particularly sodium-ion batteries and other aqueous metal-ion battery systems.

• Knowledge of electrochemical energy storage principles, battery materials, and electrochemical processes.

• Familiarity with computational materials science techniques, such as molecular dynamics (MD) simulations or density functional theory (DFT) calculations.

• Ability to conduct research independently, analyze scientific data, and collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary research team.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and scientific writing skills.