Postdoctoral Research Scholar - BAE

NC State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plan

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Job summary

NC State University’s Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering invites applications for a full-time postdoctoral research associate to collaborate with Dr. Joe Sagues on biocarbon energy storage.

The role focuses on biomass-derived systems, with an emphasis on biocarbon electrodes and sustainable energy storage technologies. The successful candidate will publish peer-reviewed research, contribute to grant-funded projects, and work with faculty, staff, and students to push

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent in a related engineering field.
• Experience with biocarbon material processing and strong communication skills.
• Expertise in biocarbon synthesis, characterization, and electrochemical analysis.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and publish peer‑reviewed research on sustainable energy storage materials.
• Develop biomass‑derived systems with biocarbon electrodes.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and students to drive innovation in energy storage.

Skills

Biocarbon synthesis

Electrochemical analysis

Written & verbal communication

Education

PhD in chemical/biological/agricultural/environmental engineering

Tools

Characterization techniques

Electrochemical analysis equipment

Job description

Responsibilities

The Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering at North Carolina State University invites applications for a full‑time postdoctoral research associate to work with Dr. Joe Sagues in the area of biocarbon energy storage. The position has an initial one‑year appointment with the potential for extension based on performance and funding availability. The successful candidate will conduct and publish peer‑reviewed research on sustainable energy storage materials, emphasizing the synthesis and application of biomass‑derived systems. In addition to producing high‑quality publications, the candidate will contribute to leading research initiatives aimed at developing next‑generation energy storage technologies, with a central focus on the design and implementation of biocarbon electrodes and advancing the use of renewable resources in scalable, effective energy storage solutions while collaborating with faculty, research staff, and students to drive innovation in this emerging field.

Required Qualifications

• PhD in chemical engineering, biological engineering, agricultural engineering, environmental engineering, or a closely related field.
• Research experience focused on biocarbon material processing and demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Expertise in biocarbon material synthesis, characterization, and electrochemical analysis; ability to collaborate within a diverse, interdisciplinary team of engineers, biologists, and chemists from academia, industry, and national laboratories.

Preferred Qualifications

• Valid NC driver’s license.

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8 am to 5 pm, with early mornings, evenings and weekends as research needs require.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement and Leave
• Faculty and Staff Assistance Program
• Enhance your career with LEAD courses
• Attend non‑revenue generating sporting events for free
• Childcare benefits
• Wellness & Recreation Membership
• Wellness Programs

Equal Employment Opportunity

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