Postdoctoral Researcher in Nanoarchitectured Materials for Supercapacitors

Job Description

The successful candidate will:

• Conduct original research of international excellence.
• Design experiments (DoE) for the synthesis of nanoarchitectured materials and nanocomposites for supercapacitor applications.
• Support equipment procurement and effectively coordinate with international suppliers.
• Assemble and test supercapacitor devices.
• Prepare publications for leading journals and present findings at national and international conferences, workshops, and meetings.
• Communicate research developments, progress, and results to the research team.
• Identify areas for improvement within the research framework using integrated management approaches to enhance capacity building, maintain scientific rigor, and strengthen research studies.
• Support the development of research funding proposals, as needed.
• Assist in supervising M.Sc. and Ph.D. students, guiding their research work.

Candidate Profile

Given the multidisciplinary nature of ACER, the ideal candidate should have a broad scientific background, including:

• A Ph.D. in Materials Science, Chemical Processes, or a related engineering discipline.
• A strong background in electrochemical surface science.
• Proficiency in elemental and structural analysis using various techniques.
• Knowledge of advanced structural characterizations (highly valued).
• Expertise in surface analysis, electrochemistry (including cyclic voltammetry, galvanostatic charge–discharge, and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy), electrode preparation, and aging tests (long-term cycling stability).
• Familiarity with risk assessment and safe working procedures in a chemical laboratory.
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written) in English.
• A proven track record of publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary, multicultural team.

Candidature Submission

Applicants should submit:

1. A cover letter outlining research experience, achievements, and research interests.
2. A detailed Curriculum Vitae.
3. A list of publications.
4. The names and contact information of three referees who are not current UM6P faculty members.