Postdoctoral Fellow in Mechanical Engineering

University of Arkansas; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Fayetteville seeks a Postdoctoral Fellow in Mechanical Engineering to conduct advanced research on lithium-metal batteries. The role involves mentoring students, securing funding, and publishing research findings. The university offers a vibrant work environment and excellent benefits.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Tuition Waivers

12 Official Holidays

Retirement Programs

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Electrochemistry, Engineering, Materials, Chemistry, or Physics required.
• Demonstrated expertise in electrochemical devices and battery testing.
• Peer-reviewed publications in relevant fields.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on advanced lithium-metal batteries.
• Prepare proposals for external funding and mentor researchers.
• Develop new research directions and publish findings.

Skills

Electrochemistry

Engineering

Materials

Chemistry

Physics

Data Analysis

Communication

Education

Ph.D. in Electrochemistry

Tools

CVD

PVD

SEM

TEM

XRD

XPS

Raman

Origin

Excel

Job description

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Postdoctoral Fellow in Mechanical Engineering

Apply locations Fayetteville time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago time left to apply End Date: June 1, 2025 (17 days left to apply) job requisition id R0071171

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Closing Date:

06/01/2025

Type of Position:

Researchers

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.

The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.

As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions, you should review before applying for the opening.

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Department:

Xiangbo Meng Reports

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

The Postdoctoral Fellow will conduct research in developing advanced lithium-metal batteries (e.g., Li/NMC or Li/S) using atomic and molecular layer deposition or any feasible techniques. This position is expected to advance a better understanding of interfacial issues in lithium metal batteries during their electrochemical processes. In addition, this position is expected to develop new research directions, prepare proposals to secure external funding for research and commercialization of research, prepare journal and conference papers, and mentor graduate and undergraduate researchers.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Electrochemistry, Engineering, Materials, Chemistry, Physics, or related fields from an accredited institution of higher education

• Demonstrated expertise in the following areas: design and evaluation of electrochemical devices, fabrication, evaluation, and characterization of solid-state electrolytes, hands-on skills of battery testing, and data analysis of solid-state electrolytes and solid-state battery performance

• Peer reviewed publications in areas listed above

Preferred Qualifications:

Meaningful experience and proficiency in:

• Well-established experience in lithium-ion batteries, lithium metal batteries, or any related battery systems

• Research experience in nickel-rich lithium nickel manganese cobalt oxides (e.g., NMC622, NMC811, and NMC9055), sulfur (S) cathodes, lithium-rich and nickel-rich cathodes, and other promising Li/Na-based cathodes

• Research experience in lithium metal and sodium metal anodes

• Electrochemical evaluations of solid-state electrolytes, such as ionic conductivity, electrochemical stable window, and chemical stability

• Electrochemical testing of solid-state battery cells

• Electrochemical analyses using EIS, CV, and related instruments

• Materials fabrication using CVD, PVD, and wet chemistry

• Materials characterization using SEM, TEM, XRD, XPS, and Raman

• Data analysis using Origin, Excel, and related software

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of using general office software and materials testing laboratory equipment

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title)

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information:

Melynda Hart, [e-mail]

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

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The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:

Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity:

N/A

Occasional Physical Activity:

N/A

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

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