Research Fellow (Battery Research – Electrolytes) Full-time

Research Fellow (Battery Research – Electrolytes)

The School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE) is seeking to hire a Research Fellow to drive cutting-edge research in advanced batteries. The incumbent will develop new electrolytes, interphases, and electrode materials, advancing fundamental understanding and practical performance of high-energy cell chemistries for energy storage systems. This role directly supports NTU's mission to lead sustainable energy solutions for global impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct independent and collaborative research on battery materials, electrolytes, and interphase engineering.
• Design and perform advanced electrochemical testing.
• Synthesize novel molecules and materials for battery electrolyte and interphase designs.
• Develop AI/ML methods to accelerate materials discovery for battery applications.
• Utilize and develop sophisticated characterization techniques to probe electrode interphase evolutions.
• Publish research outcomes in leading journals and present at international conferences.
• Collaborate with internal/external partners, including industry and international research groups.
• Contribute to grant proposals, project reports, and lab safety/management operations.

Job Requirements:

• Education qualifications: PhD in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, Physics, or related fields.
• Soft skills: Independent thinker, excellent communicator, collaborative team player, and mentor
• Hard skills: Expertise in electrochemistry, spectroscopy, microscopy, and/or computational modeling.
• Experience: Strong track record in battery research, evidenced by publications in reputable journals.
• Competencies: Strong problem solving, creativity in research design, and commitment to academic excellence

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Hiring Institution: NTU