Postdoctoral Scholar

Louisiana State University; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Retirement options

Leave options

Paid holidays

Wellness benefits

Tuition exemption

Job summary

Louisiana State University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Scholar in the Engler research group focused on dual ion battery technologies. The successful candidate will design, fabricate and characterize polymer electrolyte-enabled batteries and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for prototype development and publish high-impact findings.

The role emphasizes independent and collaborative research, mentorship of students, and contributions to reports and conference presentations.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications: PhD in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry or related field.
• Experience in characterizing electrochemical energy devices with an emphasis on batteries.

Responsibilities

• Design, fabricate, and characterize dual ion batteries with ion-selective polymer electrolytes.
• Collaborate with polymer electrolyte design and processing, battery design and manufacturing teams.
• Lead laboratory efforts, train/mentor students, develop new methods.
• Write reports/manuscripts and present findings at conferences.

Job description

Job Posting Title: Postdoctoral Scholar

Position Type: Other Academic

Department: LSUAM Engineering - Chemical - Polymer Science and Engineering (Anthony C. Engler (00082540))

Work Location: 3307 Patrick F. Taylor Hall

Pay Grade: Other Academic

Job Description

The Engler research group is seeking a Postdoctoral Scholar to conduct investigations on materials and design of dual ion batteries for a project funded by Planck Power LLC. The successful candidate will join an industry-funded project to prototype a novel battery chemistry for commercial applications. The main duties will include designing, fabricating, and characterizing dual ion batteries with ion-selective polymer electrolytes. They will collaborate with experts in polymer electrolyte design and processing, battery design and manufacturing, and simulated experiments to generate and publish high-impact findings. Additionally, postdoctoral researchers are expected to take leadership roles in laboratory, such as training and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students as well as developing new methods. As such, successful candidates will demonstrate strong initiative, leadership, creativity, communication skills, and a collaborative mindset. The candidate will work both independently and collaboratively on research projects, write reports and manuscripts, and present findings at science and engineering conferences. This position is initially for two years with the possibility of extension upon good performance and project success.

Time allocation:

• 85% Conduct research on polymer electrolytes for dual ion batteries; work independently on research projects.
• 10% Write reports to project sponsor, manuscripts; give presentations in conferences.
• 5% Partake in ongoing training and professional development. Help supervise graduate and undergraduate students.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry or related field
• Experience in characterizing electrochemical energy devices with an emphasis on batteries.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in fabricating and characterizing batteries with polymer electrolytes.

Skills Needed

Preferred Skills:

Additional Job Description

Special Instructions: Original transcripts may be required prior to hire.

For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application, salary ranges, or other details pertaining to the position please contact Dr. Anthony Engler at [e-mail]

This position is considered a research or research-related support position and must undergo screenings per RS 17:1826.

Posting Date

August 4, 2026

Closing Date

December 2, 2026

Additional Position Information

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits

• health, life, dental, and vision insurance
• flexible spending accounts
• retirement options
• various leave options
• paid holidays
• wellness benefits
• tuition exemption for qualified positions
• training and development opportunities
• employee discounts

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance.

Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment.

Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.

HCM Contact Information: For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email [e-mail]. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.

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