Postdoc: Advanced Cathode Materials for Li/Na Batteries

Argonne National Laboratory; Lemont (IL); On-site; USD 72,879 - 121,465; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Argonne National Laboratory in Lemont, Illinois, is seeking a Postdoctoral Appointee focused on the development of high-density cathode materials for energy storage systems. The candidate will conduct research involving advanced synthesis and characterization methods to enhance lithium-ion and sodium-ion battery technologies.

This position requires a recent Ph.D. in relevant fields and strong expertise in electrochemistry, particularly with layered oxide materials. The role involves both hands-on research and analytical contributions within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Recent or soon-to-be completed Ph.D. within the last 0–5 years.
• Hands-on experience with layered oxide precursors and cathode materials production.
• Strong background in electrochemistry with experience in galvanostatic testing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and synthesize layered oxide precursor materials.
• Conduct chemical and electrochemical characterization of materials.
• Analyze and interpret experimental data.

Skills

Co-precipitation synthesis using a CSTR reactor

Electrochemistry

Synchrotron-based X-ray characterization

Thermal stability evaluation

Materials science concepts

Education

Ph.D. in chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science or equivalent

Job description

Argonne National Laboratory in Lemont, Illinois, is seeking a Postdoctoral Appointee focused on the development of high-density cathode materials for energy storage systems. The candidate will conduct research involving advanced synthesis and characterization methods to enhance lithium-ion and sodium-ion battery technologies.

This position requires a recent Ph.D. in relevant fields and strong expertise in electrochemistry, particularly with layered oxide materials. The role involves both hands-on research and analytical contributions within a collaborative environment.