Research Engineer: Solid-State Batteries & Nanocomposites

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 56,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

National University of Singapore invites applications for a Research Engineer (Solid State Batteries) within the College of Design and Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering unit. The project focuses on long-life solid-state batteries using intelligent composites with active interfaces and scalable synthesis.

The role includes advanced structural/electrochemical characterisation, optimisation of cathode composites, and integration of sensors for high-performance pouch cell batteries.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Materials Science or a related discipline is required.
• Some prior knowledge of electrochemical battery characterisation, preferably involving solid state or polymer batteries.
• Basic knowledge in impedance spectroscopy, XRD and solid state NMR is desired.
• Ability to work independently and cooperate effectively with an interdisciplinary team.
• Good writing and presentation skills are needed.

Responsibilities

• Design and realise long-life solid-state batteries by intelligent composites with active interfaces.
• Collaborate on scalable synthesis and advanced structural and electrochemical characterisation.
• Optimise cathode composites and their interfaces with the electrolyte.
• Integrate functionally intelligent sensors and actuators for high performance solid state pouch cell batteries.

Education

Bachelor Degree in Materials Science or related discipline

Tools

Impedance spectroscopy

XRD

Solid state NMR

Job description

National University of Singapore invites applications for a Research Engineer (Solid State Batteries) within the College of Design and Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering unit. The project focuses on long-life solid-state batteries using intelligent composites with active interfaces and scalable synthesis.

The role includes advanced structural/electrochemical characterisation, optimisation of cathode composites, and integration of sensors for high-performance pouch cell batteries.