Postdoctoral Associate

About the Role

The Mesostructured Materials and Devices Lab at Boston University, led by Prof. Joerg Werner, is seeking one or more Postdoctoral Associates to join an interdisciplinary research team focused on developing and establishing advanced battery cell technology. This role is for entrepreneurial-minded individuals motivated by launching next-generation energy storage devices, who can work collaboratively and exhibit team leadership potential.

• Location: Boston University, Charles River Campus, Boston, Massachusetts, United States
• Position Type: Full-Time/Regular
• Initial Appointment: One year, with possibility of yearly renewal.
• Expected Start Date: October or November 2026
• Salary Range: $67,500.00 - $80,000.00

Key Responsibilities

• Develop novel battery cell designs and architecture.
• Perform electrochemical synthesis and deposition of materials.
• Analyze the results of electrochemical experiments and characterization.
• Conduct and analyze flammability and safety tests on materials and devices.
• Manage sealing/coating, contacting, and packaging of sensitive energy storage devices.
• Iterate and improve on custom cell fabrication, from materials to assembly methods to cell design.
• Prepare frequent technical reports and present results to research teams and funding entities.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• PhD in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related engineering or physical science field is required.
• A strong experimental research background and abilities are required in at least two of the following areas:
• Battery or electrochemical cell development and testing
• Hermetic sealing and packaging
• Metal plating (electroless and galvanic)
• Safety and flammability of materials, packaging, and/or batteries
• Electronic contacting and wiring of sensitive devices
• Experience working within a collaborative R&D team is desirable; being comfortable in an interdisciplinary research environment and team is a requirement.
• Excellent communication skills are required.
• Interest in entrepreneurship is strongly preferred.

To Apply

Please send an email to [email protected] with the following:

• A cover letter
• A current CV
• Contact information for three scientists familiar with your work.