Postdoctoral Fellow: SOFC/SOEC Materials Research

West Virginia University; Evansdale (WV); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

West Virginia University’s MMAE department invites applications for a Post-Doctoral Fellow to advance processing methods for solid-oxide fuel and electrolysis cells. The role encompasses synthesis, sintering, and electrochemical testing, with plans for continued funding based on performance and federal support.

The ideal candidate holds a PhD in chemistry, materials science, chemical engineering, or physics, and has proven expertise in oxide powders, ceramic processing, and electrochemical

Qualifications

• Earned doctoral degree in chemistry, materials science, chemical engineering, physics, or related disciplines.
• Expertise in synthesis and characterization of ceramic materials and oxide powders.
• Experience with electrochemical testing of ionic or mixed-conductive materials.

Responsibilities

• Research SOFC/SOEC forming, sintering, and processing methods.
• Perform electrochemical testing of SOFC/SOEC samples.
• Review literature and attend conferences to stay current.

Skills

synthesis of oxide powder

nanomaterials characterization

ceramic forming and sintering

electrochemical testing

Education

PhD in Chemistry / Materials Science / Chemical Engineering / Physics

Job description

West Virginia University’s MMAE department invites applications for a Post-Doctoral Fellow to advance processing methods for solid-oxide fuel and electrolysis cells. The role encompasses synthesis, sintering, and electrochemical testing, with plans for continued funding based on performance and federal support.

The ideal candidate holds a PhD in chemistry, materials science, chemical engineering, or physics, and has proven expertise in oxide powders, ceramic processing, and electrochemical