Research Fellow/Postdoctoral Fellow/Senior Research Associate/Senior Research Assistant/Research Associate/Research Assistant in the Department of Mechanical and Biomedical Engineering (Appointment for 12 months with possibility of extension) [Ref. A/R/944/09]

Project

Ultrahigh-energy 3D Monolithic Supercapacitors Based on SMAT Facilitated Mass Fabrication of Porous Cu Sheets

Duties

Carry out research work, provide research solutions, analyze and report research results to assist the Project output.

Requirements

A PhD/Master’s degree/good honours degree in Materials Engineering/Mechanical Engineering or related disciplines awarded by a local university.  Profound knowledge of and solid hands-on experience in synthesis and characterization of nanostructured metals for supercapacitor/battery application including SEM, EDX, XRD, Polishing, and Electrochemical measurements (such as CV, charge/discharge, EIS); and strong presentation and writing skills are required.  Records of supercapacitor/battery related publications and patents would be an advantage.

Candidates with a PhD and appropriate research experience may be considered for appointment as Postdoctoral Fellow or Research Fellow.

Salary and Conditions of Service

Salary offered will be highly competitive, commensurate with qualifications and experience.  Fringe benefits include leave, medical and dental consultations at the campus clinic.

Information and Application

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