"Research Assistant (Solid-state battery: ceramic-polymer composite)"

Job Description

• Synthesize 3D nanofiber networks using electrospinning technology.
• Fabricate ultrathin, lightweight ceramic-in-polymer composite membranes for high-performance solid-state batteries.
• Synthesis and characterization of nanocarbon/sulfur composite cathodes for Li-ion batteries
• Characterize and optimize the freestanding membrane-based electrolytes specifically for Li-ion battery applications.
• Fabricate coin cells for Lithium-ion batteries using both liquid and solid electrolytes.
• Assembly and electrochemical characterization of pouch cell prototype.
• Analyze cell failure mechanisms and perform root cause analysis. Develop mitigation plans to ensure long-term battery stability and performance

Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S. in the area of electrochemistry, nanotechnology and materials science
• Minimum 1 year experience in lithium batteries
• Experience in fabrication of Li-based batteries in coin cell and pouch cell level
• In-depth knowledge in electrochemistry, electrochemical techniques (CV, LSV, EIS etc), batteries and polymer electrolytes.
• Good knowledge in nanotechnology, carbon nanocomposites, materials science are also desired.
• Experience in synthesis nanomaterials and nanocomposites for designing cathodes for Li batteries.
• Experience in handling analytical instruments (e.g. FESEM, XRD, TGA, Viscometer etc.)

More Information

Location: Kent Ridge Campus

Organization: College of Design and Engineering

Department: Mechanical Engineering

Employee Referral Eligible: No

Job requisition ID: 31318

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