The Chemical Sciences and Engineering Division is seeking a Postdoctoral Appointee to mainly conduct research in solid state electrolyte of advanced lithium ion batteries (LIB).

The candidate will plan and conduct physical, chemical, and electrochemical characterization of solid state electrolyte materials. The candidate will fabricate electrode and cells and conduct electrochemical testing. The candidate should be familiar with advanced characterization techniques, such as SEM, TEM, XRD, XPS. The candidate should be able to analyze data, prepare manuscripts for submission to peer-reviewed publications, present papers at scientific meetings, and prepare reports and presentations/papers for group meetings.

Position Requirements

Recently completed Ph. D Degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Electrochemistry with 0 to 5 years of experience or equivalent

Considerable hands-on experience in a laboratory environment

Considerable skill in formulating scientific problems

Considerable experience in proposing, planning, designing and implementing experiments

Deep understanding of electrochemistry, able to conduct the cyclic voltammetry, EIS, and galvanostatic test

Hands-on experience on material characterization, including SEM, Raman, TGA, BET, PSA, et. al

Considerable knowledge of processing and analyzing results

Considerable skill in written and oral communication

Proven desire to work in a team-based environment

Ability to model Argonne’s Core Values: Impact, Safety, Respect, Integrity, and Teamwork

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