Research Fellow (Battery Research – Electrolytes)

Nanyang Technological University Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NTU Singapore’s School of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering seeks a Research Fellow to spearhead battery research, developing advanced electrolytes, interphases, and electrode materials for high-energy cell chemistries. The successful candidate will advance fundamental understanding and practical performance to support NTU’s sustainable energy goals.

The role focuses on independent and collaborative research, publishing in leading journals, and contributing to grant proposals within a dynamic,

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, Physics, or related fields.
• Strong publishing record in battery research.
• Independent thinker with strong communication and collaboration skills.

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 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.

Skills

Independent thinker

Excellent communicator

Collaborative team player

Mentor

Education

PhD in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, Physics, or related fields

Tools

Electrochemistry

Spectroscopy

Microscopy

Computational modeling

Job description

The School of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering (MAE) is a robust, dynamic and multi-disciplinary international research community comprising of world-class scientists and bright students. MAE prides itself in its excellent research capabilities in areas including advanced manufacturing, aerospace, biomedical, energy, industrial engineering, maritime engineering, robotics, etc. The school is equipped with state-of-the-art research infrastructure, housing a comprehensive range of cluster laboratories, test bedding facilities, research centres/institutes and corporate laboratories. Cutting-edge research in MAE addresses the immediate needs of our industries and supports the nation’s long-term development strategies. In the new era of industrial 4.0 and sustainable living, MAE is rigorous in developing new competencies to support the growth and competitiveness of our engineering sector in the global landscape. MAE has grown to be leader in Engineering Research, ranking amongst the top engineering schools in the world.

For more details, please view https://www.ntu.edu.sg/mae/research.

The School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE) is seeking to hire a Research Fellow (Battery Research – Electrolytes).

We are 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