The School of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering (MAE) is a robust dynamic and multi-disciplinary international research community comprising of world-class scientists and bright students. MAE prides itself in its excellent research capabilities in areas including advanced manufacturing aerospace biomedical energy industrial engineering maritime engineering robotics etc. The school is equipped with state-of-the-art research infrastructure housing a comprehensive range of cluster laboratories test bedding facilities research centres/institutes and corporate laboratories. Cutting-edge research in MAE addresses the immediate needs of our industries and supports the nations long-term development the new era of industrial 4.0 and sustainable living MAE is rigorous in developing new competencies to support the growth and competitiveness of our engineering sector in the global landscape. MAE has grown to be leader in Engineering Research ranking amongst the top engineering schools in the world.
Key Responsibilities:
Experimental Research & Materials Processing
Conduct ALD coating processes on perovskite electrodes
Execute wet-chemical infiltration and nanoparticle exsolution for SOC electrodes.
Prepare SOC samples including powder synthesis pellet pressing sintering and cell assembly
Electrochemical Characterization
Perform EIS DRT LSV Power density impedance stability tests under fuel cell and electrolysis modes
Operate button-cell test station high-temperature furnace systems gas flow control units
Advanced Characterization & Mechanistic Study
Conduct structural and chemical analysis:
XPS TEM/STEM-EDX SEM GI-XRD
Correlate oxygen vacancy chemistry with cation behavior phase evolution and surface
Data Analysis & Interpretation
Perform peak fitting DRT modeling defect-chemistry analysis and thermodynamic interpretation
Build reaction mechanisms and degradation maps linking nanostructure and performance relationships
Documentation Writing & Presentation
Prepare high-impact manuscripts for top energy and materials journals
Draft project reports SOPs and safety documents
Present findings in group meeting conference and academic seminars
Collaboration & Project Contribution
Work with team members
Support senior researchers and supervise student trainees when necessary
Safety and Facility Management
Maintain ALD system and sample preparation facilities
Ensure compliance with lab safety protocols
Job Requirements:
Education qualifications
Masters degree in Electrical Engineering Materials Engineering Chemical Engineering Mechanical Engineering Energy Systems or related field
Strong scientific communication and manuscript writing
Independent proactive and detail-oriented research attitude
Excellent collaboration and time-management ability
Hands-on experience inALD electrochemistry perovskite oxides or thin-film systems
Proficiency inXPS XRD TEM/STEM EIS DRT surface analysis
Python/Origin/Matlab for data analysis is advantageous
Experience inSOC/SOFC/SOEC electrocatalysis ALD nanocoatings or defect engineeringpreferred
Materials synthesis vacuum systems surface science
Electrochemical testing and reliability studies
Strong understanding ofoxygen vacancy chemistry and cation transport
We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Hiring Institution: NTURequired Experience:
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