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POSITION SPECIFICS

The Department of Mechanical Engineering at the Pennsylvania State University is seeking a Postdoctoral Scholar in the Electrochemical Engine Center (ECEC) in the field of researching the safety of lithium-ion batteries. This position is under the direction of Dr. Chao-Yang Wang.

Job Duties:

• Researching the safety of lithium-ion batteries

• We are looking for talented, ambitious, and hard-working candidates, especially those with experience in electrochemistry, reaction kinetics, and flame compositionmeasurements

• The ECEC, directed by Prof. Chao-Yang Wang, is a multi-disciplinaryresearch program concentrating on advanced batteries and fuel cells for vehicle electrification, renewable energy storage, and power grids

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Ph.D. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related fieldsby the start date

• Strong prior experience in lithium battery research

• Strong skills in electrochemistry, thermodynamics, and reaction kinetics

• Good communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment

• Ability to work independently to solve critical problems

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter describing their interest in the position, a CV including publication list, and names & contact information of up to three references.

Please seehttp://ecec.me.psu.edufor more details on the Electrochemical Engine Center.

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