Research Associate for Electrochemcial Engineering

Case; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Case Western Reserve University’s Electrochemical Materials Fabrication Laboratory invites applications for a postdoctoral Research Associate in Electrochemical Engineering. The role focuses on exploring electrodeposition, molten-salt media, and electrochemical processes for energy storage and materials fabrication.

The position reports to the EMF Laboratory in the Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering department.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field.
• Strong track record of Ph.D. caliber research in electrochemical related areas.

Responsibilities

• Conducts electrochemical experiments while maintaining safety as a top priority.
• Complete data analysis and modeling.
• Draw sound conclusions, communicate technical information effectively, and create compelling designs of experiments (DOEs).
• Lead projects by establishing priorities, managing project timelines, and fulfill project reporting and compliance requirements.
• Contribute towards peer-reviewed journal publications.
• Collaborate with and mentor Ph.D. students and undergraduate researchers.
• Participating in technical conferences, networking opportunities, and group meetings with detail-oriented presentations.
• Maintain analytical equipment.
• Demonstrate overall desire for professional development towards becoming an independent researcher.

Education

Ph.D. degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field

Job description

Research Associate for Electrochemcial Engineering

Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering (RA/RS)

Position Type: Research Associate

Location: AW Smith Building

Posted: Fri, Jul 10, 2026

Description

The Electrochemical Materials Fabrication (EMF) Laboratory in the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at Case Western Reserve University invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher position to conduct innovative research in the field of electrochemistry and electrochemical engineering. The EMF Lab at CWRU has research expertise in various areas including energy storage, atomically precise fabrication of materials, and high-temperature electrochemistry using molten salts. Examples of the EMF lab current projects include electrodeposition of metals from aqueous and non-aqueous (molten salts) media for a wide range of applications: nano-fabrication and critical materials production, modeling and electrolyte design for sodium battery systems, and electrochemical atomic layer deposition and etching.

Visit our website and LinkedIn for updates and information on the group publications, projects, and achievements.

Responsibilities

• Conducts electrochemical experiments while maintaining safety as a top priority.
• Complete data analysis and modeling.
• Draw sound conclusions, communicate technical information effectively, and create compelling designs of experiments (DOEs).
• Lead projects by establishing priorities, managing project timelines, and fulfill project reporting and compliance requirements.
• Contribute towards peer-reviewed journal publications.
• Collaborate with and mentor Ph.D. students and undergraduate researchers.
• Participating in technical conferences, networking opportunities, and group meetings with detail-oriented presentations.
• Maintain analytical equipment.
• Demonstrate overall desire for professional development towards becoming an independent researcher.

In compliance with the City of Cleveland’s Pay Transparency Ordinance (effective October 27, 2025), the annual starting base salary range for this position is from $52,000 – $80,000. CWRU considers factors such as (but not limited to) the specific grant funding and the terms of the research grant, as well as the scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal peer equity. University employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and paid time off.

About Case Western Reserve University

Case Western Reserve University is located in Cleveland's University Circle, a square mile urban district of cultural, medical, educational, religious, and social service institutions. As an R1 university comprised of 8 schools with over 12,000 undergraduate, graduate and professional students, Case Western Reserve University has been ranked the #2 fastest growing research university according to NSF’s HERD survey. Case Western Reserve University has a long-standing reputation in electrochemistry and electrochemical engineering and has a vibrant research community working on many aspects of this field.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field
• Strong track record of Ph.D. caliber research in electrochemical related areas

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Case Western Reserve University is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are protected under federal and state laws and university policy from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, protected veteran status, disability, age and genetic information.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement:
Case Western Reserve University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act regarding reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the Office of Equity by phone at 216.368.3066 or by email at [e-mail] . Determinations as to granting reasonable accommodations for any applicant will be made on a case-by-case basis.

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