Postdoctoral Associate in Battery Cell Technology and Energy Storage Devices
Boston University’s Mesostructured Materials and Devices Lab in the Mechanical Engineering Department is recruiting a
Postdoctoral Associate
to help develop and establish an advanced
battery cell technology
platform.
The project is led by
Prof. Joerg Werner
at the
College of Engineering
, Boston University, and focuses on interdisciplinary research in
energy storage devices
, including novel cell design and architecture, electrochemical synthesis and deposition, sealing/coating, contacting, packaging, and safety testing.
Applicants should hold a
PhD
in
Materials Science
,
Chemical Engineering
,
Chemistry
, or a related engineering/physical science field. Strong experimental experience in at least two areas such as battery or electrochemical cell development, hermetic sealing and packaging, metal plating, flammability/safety testing, or electronic contacting/wiring is required.
The position is
full-time
, based
on site in Boston, Massachusetts, United States
, with an initial one-year appointment and the possibility of annual renewal. Salary is listed at
$67,500–$80,000
depending on qualifications and experience.
To apply, email
[email protected]
with a cover letter, CV, and contact details for three scientists familiar with your work. The posting also provides a direct application page and asks applicants
not
to use Boston University HR websites.
Research keywords: battery cell technology, energy storage devices, electrochemical synthesis, materials science, chemical engineering, chemistry, packaging, safety, flammability, metal plating, device fabrication.