Post-Doc Position Available
A Postdoctoral Research Position is opening immediately, in 2024 on Battery Fabrication, Characterization, and Testing at the Chemistry Department, University of Johannesburg, South Africa.
The salary of this postdoctoral position is based on the University pay scales and is fixed amount R250,000.00 per annum.
This is a full-time temporary position for 12 months, with the possibility of an extension for up to 24 months.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to participate in studies of the lithium-ion, sodium-ion, and/or other next generation batteries that includes synthesis of relevant materials, nanomaterials, and electrolytes; surface analysis and electrochemical analytical methods (FTIR, Raman, UV, impedance spectroscopy), battery cell assembly, scale-up, and testing. The candidate should have Ph.D. in materials science and/or engineering, chemistry, physics, or a closely related field with proven track record of excellence in the relevant area of specialization. The candidate may ideally have a good experience in writing and communicating the research findings in scientific journals. Candidate should collaborate effectively with colleagues in a team environment.
Interested candidate email their CV and a cover letter to by March 20th, 2024.