Research Associate Professor: Energy Materials & Batteries

University of Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Pittsburgh's Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science Department invites applications for a Research Associate Professor position in Pittsburgh, PA. The role focuses on original research in advanced materials and energy storage technologies, with emphasis on synthesis, processing, characterization, and electrochemical evaluation of functional materials.

The candidate will lead experimental work, supervise graduate and undergraduate students and postdocs, publish findings in

Qualifications

• PhD in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated research in advanced materials and energy storage/conversion.
• Experience leading interdisciplinary experimental research and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop and conduct original research in advanced materials for energy storage and conversion.
• Lead experimental research on synthesis, processing, characterization, and testing of materials.
• Develop materials for lithium-gas and solid-state batteries, hydrogen storage, electrocatalysis.
• Publish in peer-reviewed journals and prepare technical reports.
• Pursue sponsored research; lead proposals and project execution.
• Coordinate laboratory operations, safety, and planning.
• Provide training and mentoring to graduate and undergraduate students and postdocs.
• Contribute to IP and technology-transfer activities when applicable.
• Serve on research and faculty committees and assist in program assessment.

Skills

Research leadership

Education

PhD in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or closely related field

Job description

The University of Pittsburgh's Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science Department invites applications for a Research Associate Professor position in Pittsburgh, PA. The role focuses on original research in advanced materials and energy storage technologies, with emphasis on synthesis, processing, characterization, and electrochemical evaluation of functional materials.

The candidate will lead experimental work, supervise graduate and undergraduate students and postdocs, publish findings in