Post Doctoral Scholar - Advanced Characterization

The Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University in Columbus invites applications for a Post Doctoral Scholar - Advanced Characterization in the Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering lab led by Professor Kang Xu. The selected candidate will perform cutting-edge research on interfacial and electrolyte characterization, with 40-hour weeks in a fixed-term appointment.

The role includes data documentation, reporting to sponsors, assisting in equipment setup, mentoring students, and presenting findings at conferences and in

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant field such as chemistry, chemical engineering, or materials science.
• Experience with advanced characterization of electrolytes at interfaces.
• Ability to publish results and present at conferences.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on advanced characterization techniques for electrolytes at interfaces.
• Document data and prepare reports, papers, and presentations.
• Mentor student employees and assist in lab management and equipment setup.

Skills

Characterization techniques

Data analysis

Mentoring

Education

PhD in a relevant field

Tools

Laboratory instruments

Spectroscopy

Job description

Job Title: Post Doctoral Scholar - Advanced Characterization

Department: Engineering | Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Conducts research and development efforts as a Post Doctoral Scholar in the laboratory led by Professor Kang Xu.

The Post Doctoral Scholar will focus on research in the area of advanced characterization techniques aiming at revealing new fundamental knowledge that governs the complex behaviors of advanced electrolytes at interfaces and interphases, especially for applications related to batteries. The candidate should be familiar with commonly-sued characterization techniques, while be able to develop innovative ways of applying these techniques to study the liquid structure and interfacial behaviors in advanced electrolytes.

The postdoc will prepare and document data resulting from these studies and report to sponsors; prepare research results and reports, conference and journal papers, and technical presentations; assist in mentoring student employees in the laboratory; attend research group and unit meetings; and serve as laboratory manager. In the first year the postdoc scholar will also assist the supervisor to set up the laboratory and acquire new equipment and instruments.

Location: Scott Laboratory (0148)
Position Type: Term (Fixed Term)
Scheduled Hours: 40
Shift: First Shift
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.