Biocarbon Energy Storage Postdoc: Sustainable Materials Research

NC State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plan

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Job summary

NC State University’s Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering invites applications for a full-time postdoctoral research associate to collaborate with Dr. Joe Sagues on biocarbon energy storage.

The role focuses on biomass-derived systems, with an emphasis on biocarbon electrodes and sustainable energy storage technologies. The successful candidate will publish peer-reviewed research, contribute to grant-funded projects, and work with faculty, staff, and students to push

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent in a related engineering field.
• Experience with biocarbon material processing and strong communication skills.
• Expertise in biocarbon synthesis, characterization, and electrochemical analysis.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and publish peer‑reviewed research on sustainable energy storage materials.
• Develop biomass‑derived systems with biocarbon electrodes.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and students to drive innovation in energy storage.

Skills

Biocarbon synthesis

Electrochemical analysis

Written & verbal communication

Education

PhD in chemical/biological/agricultural/environmental engineering

Tools

Characterization techniques

Electrochemical analysis equipment

Job description

NC State University’s Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering invites applications for a full-time postdoctoral research associate to collaborate with Dr. Joe Sagues on biocarbon energy storage.

The role focuses on biomass-derived systems, with an emphasis on biocarbon electrodes and sustainable energy storage technologies. The successful candidate will publish peer-reviewed research, contribute to grant-funded projects, and work with faculty, staff, and students to push