Postdoctoral Research Associate - Solid State Batteries
s a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Materials Sciences group, you will join a talented, multi-investigator team performing experimental and computational research to design electrochemical materials for energy storage and conversion devices. You will be involved in driving a research program on solid-state batteries by combining PNNL’s strong battery materials design and electrochemical testing expertise. This position will primarily focus on the development of solid-state battery materials, including solid electrolytes, fabrication of devices and their electrochemical testing. You will also perform characterization of materials using multiple spectroscopic and microscopic tools, with a particular emphasis on structural characterization using the state-of-the-art X-ray and NMR based material characterization capabilities at PNNL.
Responsibilities
- Synthesizing and structural characterization of solid-state battery materials.
- Fabrication and electrochemical testing of solid-state batteries in inert atmospheres.
- Correlating synthesis, structure, and electrochemical properties through multimodal analysis.
- Supporting technical leadership with organized results for progress reports and lead manuscript writing.
- Collaborating and solving technical problems with a diverse team.
- Presenting research at conferences and project meetings.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Candidates must have received a PhD within the past five years (60 months) or within the next 8 months from an accredited college or university.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in chemistry, materials science, or a related field.
- Expertise in battery materials synthesis, electrochemical analysis, and battery testing protocols, demonstrated through publications.
- Proficiency in various synthesis techniques, including solid state, wet chemical, molten salt, and hydrothermal methods.
- Expertise in crystal structure analysis using X-ray and/or neutron methodology.
- Hands-on experience with air-sensitive materials and glovebox handling.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, demonstrated through publications and presentations.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.