Postdoctoral Scholar

Penn State University • Ferguson Township, PA

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About The Position

Postdoctoral Scholar position at The Pennsylvania State University Dr. Feifei Shi is looking to hire a highly motivated Postdoctoral Scholar with expertise in electrochemistry and battery technologies to join her research team. The successful candidate will work on cutting-edge projects related to advanced battery systems, electrochemical energy storage, materials development, or interface characterization.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related field by start date.
• Strong background in electrochemistry, metallurgy, battery materials, or energy storage technologies.
• Hands-on experience with battery assembly/testing (coin cells, pouch cells), electrochemical methods, and materials characterization.
• Proficiency in data analysis and scientific writing (evidenced by publication record).
• Creative problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct experiments in electrochemical energy storage systems (e.g., Li-ion, Li metal batteries, beyond Li-ion batteries) and critical element extraction.
• Develop and characterize novel electrode materials, electrolytes, or battery architectures.
• Utilize advanced electrochemical techniques (e.g., CV, EIS, GITT, PITT) and materials characterization tools (XRD, SEM, TEM, XPS, etc.).
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and industry partners.
• Publish high-impact research in peer-reviewed journals and present findings at conferences.

Benefits

• Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.
• For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page. (Note: For Postdoctoral benefits, please see our Postdoctoral Benefits page.)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees