About the Opportunity

We are seeking a postdoctoral associate to support research focused on the design and characterization of aqueous and solid-state battery systems on Northeastern's Boston Campus. The duties and responsibilities for this position may include, but are not limited to:

• Synthesize solid-state electrolyte materials and fabricate battery test cells.
• Design, implement, and analyze repeatable experiments for electrochemical characterization of the cells as well as long-term battery cycling.
• Plan, execute, and analyze in situ and operando materials characterization experiments on cells and materials, particularly at DOE synchrotron facilities such as NSLS-II and APS. X-ray diffraction and/or spectroscopy experience is a benefit.
• Provide meticulous documentation, analysis, and summarization of results
• Foster a collaborative environment
• Develop and write reports, publications, and grants
• Attend and participate in research meetings/seminars and journal club
• Guide and mentor graduate or undergraduate students, including participation in training to improve these skills as needed.

About our lab: The overarching goal in our laboratory is to gain mechanistic knowledge about the processes occurring inside batteries by studying them in realistic form factors using in situ and operando techniques. This knowledge is used to better design batteries with high energy density, high safety, or low cost. To achieve this goal, we have developed extensive experience with synchrotron X-ray techniques. We work within a supportive team environment with trainees ranging from undergraduate students to postdoctoral associates.

Qualifications:

Must have a Ph.D. or equivalent, with experience in electrochemistry; be able to undertake substantially full-time research or scholarship; work under the supervision of a senior scholar. This position requires excellent communication skills, both interpersonal and scientific, oral and written.

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 .