Postdoctoral Research Fellow (Department of Materials Science and Engineering)

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The National University of Singapore seeks a highly qualified researcher to conduct computational simulations and experimental work on sodium-ion and other aqueous metal-ion battery systems. You will work with the PI to explore core electrochemical processes, electrode materials, and electrolytes, and help develop advanced models to enhance rechargeable battery technologies.

The role requires a PhD and strong experience in battery technologies, with the ability to work independently and in a

Qualifications

• PhD in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or a closely related discipline.
• Experience or strong interest in rechargeable battery technologies.
• Knowledge of electrochemical energy storage principles, battery materials, and electrochemical processes.
• Familiarity with computational materials science techniques (MD simulations or DFT calculations).
• Ability to conduct research independently, analyze scientific data, and collaborate in a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and scientific writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct computational simulations and experimental research on sodium-ion batteries.
• Collaborate with the Principal Investigator to investigate electrochemical processes.
• Design, synthesize, characterize, and optimize battery electrodes and electrolytes.
• Develop advanced simulation models to understand energy storage mechanisms.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Scientific writing

Education

PhD in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or Physics

Tools

MD simulations

DFT calculations

Job description

Company description

The National University of Singapore is the national research university of Singapore. Founded in 1905 as the Straits Settlements and the Federated Malay States Government Medical School, NUS is the oldest higher education institution in Singapore

Job description

The successful candidate will conduct computational simulations and experimental research on sodium-ion batteries and other aqueous metal-ion rechargeable battery systems. The candidate will work closely with the Principal Investigator (PI) to investigate fundamental electrochemical processes, electrode materials, electrolytes, and battery performance. The research may involve the design, synthesis, characterization, and optimization of battery electrodes and electrolytes, as well as the development of advanced simulation models. The candidate is expected to contribute to a deeper understanding of electrochemical energy storage mechanisms and the advancement of next-generation rechargeable battery technologies.

Qualifications

• A PhD in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or a closely related discipline.
• Research experience or a strong interest in rechargeable battery technologies, particularly sodium-ion batteries and other aqueous metal-ion battery systems.
• Knowledge of electrochemical energy storage principles, battery materials, and electrochemical processes.
• Familiarity with computational materials science techniques, such as molecular dynamics (MD) simulations or density functional theory (DFT) calculations.
• Ability to conduct research independently, analyze scientific data, and collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary research team.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and scientific writing skills.