Energy Storage Research Lead — Assistant Professor (Fixed Term)

The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee seeks an Assistant Research Professor to lead electrochemical energy-storage research within the College of Engineering and Applied Science. The role focuses on externally funded projects, coordinating activities in the PI’s lab, and mentoring graduate students and junior researchers.

Responsibilities include developing high-impact publications, managing milestones, and collaborating with national labs and industry partners to advance Li-ion and solid-state

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemical Engineering or a closely related field.
• At least five years of postdoctoral or research experience in electrochemical energy-storage.
• Strong record of high-impact, peer-reviewed publications; Google Scholar h-index ≥ 40.
• Experience across Li-ion, beyond-Li-ion (including Li-S) and solid-state batteries; recycling.
• Experience managing industry-sponsored or industry-collaborative research projects.

Responsibilities

• Conduct a high-quality research program in electrochemical energy storage.
• Seek and maintain independent funding as PI/Co-PI for proposals and awards.
• Provide leadership for research projects and sustain specific programs.
• Mentor graduate students and junior researchers; co-advise as appropriate.
• Coordinate with external partners; disseminate results via publications and reports.

Skills

Electrochemical energy storage

Grant funding

Academic publishing

Mentoring students

PI/Co-PI leadership

Education

Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering or related discipline

Job description

The University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee seeks an Assistant Research Professor to lead electrochemical energy-storage research within the College of Engineering and Applied Science. The role focuses on externally funded projects, coordinating activities in the PI’s lab, and mentoring graduate students and junior researchers.

Responsibilities include developing high-impact publications, managing milestones, and collaborating with national labs and industry partners to advance Li-ion and solid-state