About the Opportunity

Job Description:

The Juner Zhu Research Group at Northeastern University is recruiting a Postdoctoral Research Associate to work on the safety-focused testing and modeling of lithium-ion batteries. The candidate is expected to perform battery failure tests at the meso- and macro-scales, develop coupled mechanical-thermal-chemical computational models for lithium-ion batteries, and apply the theories to solve real-world industrial problems such as non-destructive assessments and early battery failure detection. The candidate will lead an industry-sponsored project on battery safety and work on other scientific research topics such as electro-chemo-mechanical theories sponsored by federal agencies. The candidate will also be responsible for writing technical papers, research proposals, and project reports as well as supervising graduate students.

Minimum Qualifications:

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  Have a PhD or equivalent degree by the starting date
  
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  Trained in mechanical engineering or chemical engineering
  
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  Experienced in battery material characterization and battery testing
  

Position Type

Research

Additional Information

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.  

Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.  

Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer, seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff.  Northeastern values and celebrates diversity in all its forms and strives to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion. 

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other  characteristic protected by applicable law.

To learn more about Northeastern University’s commitment and support of diversity and inclusion, please see www.northeastern.edu/diversity .