School: Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences
Department/Area: Materials Research
Position Description:
The Li Group is looking for a postdoctoral research fellow for projects on battery materials/devices or strongly correlated materials. Recent Ph.D. and postdocs with a background in materials science, physics, applied physics, chemistry, or a related field are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will have expertise in some of the following areas:
Design, synthesis, and testing of electrochemical energy storage materials
Advanced characterizations of energy-related materials
Design of battery devices
DFT simulations
Theoretical and simulation approaches for strongly correlated materials
Basic Qualifications:
Ph.D.
Additional Qualifications:
Strong communication skills, motivation in scientific research, and experience in writing scientific papers are required. Candidates with a strong background in solid-state batteries or unconventional superconductors are encouraged to apply.
Contact Information:
Jessa Piaia, Faculty Coordinator
Contact Email: jpiaia@seas.harvard.edu
Special Instructions:
Please submit a current CV with publications listed along with three references.
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