POST DOCTORAL FELLOW - Mining and Explosives Engineering #00097617

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Lecoma (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

Retirement

Educational fee discounts

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow in Lecoma, Missouri, for the Department of Mining and Explosives Engineering at Missouri University of Science and Technology. This role involves researching sustainable battery materials processing, particularly linking recycling and processing to battery performance.

Ideal candidates will have a Ph.D. in a relevant field and experience with lithium-ion batteries. Opportunities for publishing and guiding students are included. University benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. required in a relevant field.
• Experience with lithium-ion battery materials and related processes.
• Strong communication skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct research on critical materials for batteries.
• Analyze test data and summarize findings.
• Prepare reports and publish research articles.

Skills

Lithium-ion battery materials

Precursor synthesis

Hydrometallurgy

Electrochemical characterization

Analytical techniques

Education

Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering or related field

Tools

XRD

SEM/EDS

ICP

XPS

Job description

Hiring Department

Mining and Explosives Engineering

Job Description

The Department of Mining and Explosives Engineering at Missouri University of Science and Technology is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow to support research activities related to sustainable battery materials processing and characterization. The position is part of a DED‑funded project focused on the recovery, synthesis, and testing of battery precursor materials produced from recycled lithium‑ion batteries. The successful candidate will work on the preparation, characterization, and electrochemical evaluation of in‑house recovered battery precursor materials, with emphasis on linking upstream recycling and hydrometallurgical processing to downstream battery performance.

The position offers an opportunity to work in a multidisciplinary research environment focused on critical minerals, battery materials, and sustainable energy technologies.

Duties

• Design, organize, and conduct research in the field of critical materials related to battery production.
• Collect, interpret, and analyze engineering test data and summarize findings.
• Prepare complete documentation and technical reports of the research activities related to the assigned projects.
• Write peer‑reviewed journal articles and present work at conferences.
• Write proposals for external funding.
• Provide guidance for graduate and undergraduate students as needed.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mining Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Chemistry, or a closely related field.
• Experience with lithium‑ion battery materials, precursor synthesis, battery recycling, hydrometallurgy, or electrochemical characterization.
• Familiarity with analytical techniques such as XRD, SEM/EDS, ICP, XPS, or electrochemical testing methods.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Application Deadline

Posted until filled.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit: https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits