Purpose: Under general supervision, the postdoctoral research associate will be conducting research specifically in battery manufacturing R&D to lower cost, raise energy density, increase production yield, and address manufacturing bottlenecks. This incumbent will work in close collaboration with other researchers involved with ORNLs applied energy storage program. This position resides in the Department of Energy (DOE) Battery Manufacturing Facility and the Manufacturing Systems Research Group at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL).
Major Duties/Responsibilities:
The selected candidate will be expected to prepare technical reports, present results in conferences, publish peer-reviewed articles, and develop ideas for future funding opportunities. The main responsibilities/duties include:
- Dispersion chemistry for slurry processing of active and inactive materials for battery electrode coatings
- Application of coating, curing, and drying technologies
- Measurement science for quality control development
- Advanced characterizationof coatings, electrochemical performance, and life cycle testing
- Investigate new materials and manufacturing schemes to be implemented in battery manufacturing
- Conduct research that focuses on understanding how materials interact in slurry processing and behave using different coating technologies
- Use multiple types of techniques for analysis of structures and materials in energy storage devices including x-ray/neutron powder diffraction, electron microscopy and magnetization measurements
- Responsible for presenting and reporting research results, preparing invention disclosures, and publishing scientific results in peer-reviewed journals in a timely manner
- This position requires a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or a related discipline. Must pose demonstrated expertise and background in energy storage research, electrochemical characterization, and use of analytical methods for device performance. Excellent interpersonal skills and oral and written communication skills are mandatory. The abilities to be a self-starter, to work independently and be willing to participate creatively in a collaborative team effort are required. Proven ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, to set priorities, multi-task and adapt to ever changing needs is required. The abilities to work on multiple tasks in a limited amount of time and to independently set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks to meet deadlines are keys to success. A strong publication record is required.Applicants cannot have received the most recent degree more than five years prior to the date of application and must complete all degree requirements before starting their appointment.This position is a temporary, full-time assignment not to exceed 24 months.
- Qualifications Desired: Expertise in the areas of batteries and experience in material processing is preferred. Prior experience in electrode formulation and fabricating, and battery testing and analysis are highly desirable. Experience in coating technologies, battery assembly, cell testing and post-mortem analysis is preferred.
- If you are interested, please apply for this position here: http://www.nationjob.com/job/ORNL3698
- For additional information, please contact Dr. Li，and his email is lij4 [at] ornl.gov (lij4[at]ornl[dot]gov)