Research Fellow - Perth, Australia - Curtin University of Technology

Curtin University of Technology

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Perth, Australia

2 weeks ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

$110,442 (ALB1) per annum plus 17% Superannuation

3year Fixed Term Full Time Position

Job Reference:

1102700

ARC Discovery Project - Solid-State Battery Interface Design (SS-BID)
This research project aims to use the world's best performing solid-state ion conductors to develop next generation solid-state batteries.

Boron-rich electrolytes will be paired with lithium metal anodes to construct batteries that are more energy dense, safer, have wider operational temperature windows, and aim to be lower cost than existing Li-ion batteries.

The current roadblock for these batteries lies in the poorly performing interfaces between anode, electrolyte and cathode.

This research aims to develop new strategies to overcome these barriers and perform world-class measurement techniques to understand and optimise solid-state batteries to provide a commercially viable energy storage solution.

The project will be undertaken within the

Your new role

An exciting opportunity exists for a postdoctoral researcher to join our multidisciplinary team to work on this existing project and to expand our expertise in the field of batteries.

In this role you will:

Conduct highquality research in solidstate batteries with other team members.
Develop new strategies and solution for commercially viable energy storage
Participate in collaborative activities with professional bodies, industry partners, affiliated associations and the wider community.

You will require current work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role.

Only in limited situations will visa sponsorship situations be considered._

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact

About us

Curtin University offers a competitive remuneration and benefits package, a friendly and collaborative work environment, generous leave entitlements and superannuation, flexible working arrangements, and salary-packaging.

Our vibrant campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, and endless food options including a supermarket.

Join us

Please provide a cover letter, your CV and separate document addressing the selection criteria (noted below) to allow us to assess your suitability for this role.

Selection criteria:

A doctoral qualification in Chemistry, Physics, or Engineering, or related area.
Have expertise in electrochemistry, battery construction, testing and design, ideally solidstate.
A strong Chemical synthesis using inert atmosphere (Schlenk) techniques.
Experience in Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), focussed ion beam (FIB) and time of flight mass spectroscopy (TOF-SIMS).
Knowledge about inoperando characterisation techniques.
Familiar with Xray diffraction and other materials characterisation techniques.

To view a copy of the generic Academic Role Statement, please copy and paste the following link into your web browser.

**Applications close: 4PM AWST Friday 18th August 2023.