Research Assistant (Solid-state battery: ceramic-polymer composite)

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The National University of Singapore is seeking a battery science researcher in the Mechanical Engineering department at Kent Ridge Campus to advance Li-ion materials and solid-state cell technology. You will synthesize 3D nanofiber networks, fabricate membranes, and develop cathodes for high-performance batteries.

Responsibilities include coin/pouch cell fabrication, electrochemical testing, and detailed analysis of failure mechanisms to ensure long-term stability and performance.

Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S. in the area of electrochemistry, nanotechnology and materials science.
• Minimum 1 year experience in lithium batteries.
• Experience in fabrication of Li-based batteries in coin cell and pouch cell level.
• In-depth knowledge in electrochemistry, electrochemical techniques (CV, LSV, EIS etc), batteries and polymer electrolytes.
• Experience in synthesis nanomaterials and nanocomposites for designing cathodes for Li batteries.
• Good knowledge in nanotechnology, nanocomposites, materials science are also desired.
• Experience in handling analytical instruments (e.g. SEM, STEM, XRD, TGA, Raman, IR, XPS, Viscometer etc.)

Responsibilities

• Synthesize 3D nanofiber networks using electrospinning technology.
• Fabricate ultrathin, lightweight ceramic-in-polymer composite membranes for high-performance solid-state batteries.
• Synthesis and characterization of composite cathodes for Li-ion batteries.
• Characterize and optimize the freestanding membrane-based electrolytes specifically for Li-ion battery applications.
• Fabricate coin cells for Lithium-ion batteries using both liquid and solid electrolytes.
• Assembly and electrochemical characterization of pouch cell prototype.
• Analyze cell failure mechanisms and perform root cause analysis. Develop mitigation plans to ensure long-term battery stability and performance.

Skills

Electrochemistry

Lithium battery technology

Synthesis of nanomaterials

Nanotechnology

Materials science

Electrochemical techniques

Coin cell fabrication

Pouch cell fabrication

Cathode design

Education

B.S. / M.S. in electrochemistry, nanotechnology and materials science

Tools

SEM

STEM

XRD

TGA

Raman

IR

XPS

Viscometer

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

• Synthesize 3D nanofiber networks using electrospinning technology.
• Fabricate ultrathin, lightweight ceramic-in-polymer composite membranes for high-performance solid-state batteries.
• Synthesis and characterization of composite cathodes for Li-ion batteries.
• Characterize and optimize the freestanding membrane-based electrolytes specifically for Li-ion battery applications.
• Fabricate coin cells for Lithium-ion batteries using both liquid and solid electrolytes.
• Assembly and electrochemical characterization of pouch cell prototype.
• Analyze cell failure mechanisms and perform root cause analysis. Develop mitigation plans to ensure long-term battery stability and performance.

Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S. in the area of electrochemistry, nanotechnology and materials science.
• Minimum 1 year experience in lithium batteries.
• Experience in fabrication of Li-based batteries in coin cell and pouch cell level.
• In-depth knowledge in electrochemistry, electrochemical techniques (CV, LSV, EIS etc), batteries and polymer electrolytes.
• Experience in synthesis nanomaterials and nanocomposites for designing cathodes for Li batteries.
• Good knowledge in nanotechnology, nanocomposites, materials science are also desired.
• Experience in handling analytical instruments (e.g. SEM, STEM, XRD, TGA, Raman, IR, XPS, Viscometer etc.)

More Information

Location: Kent Ridge Campus

Organization: College of Design and Engineering

Department : Mechanical Engineering

Employee Referral Eligible: No