Postdoctoral Research Fellow/Research Officer - Electrochemical Technology
On-site · Saint Lucia, State of Queensland, Commonwealth of Australia
Job Summary
Postdoctoral Research Fellow/Research Officer in electrochemical technology focused on converting CO2 adsorption into usable electrical energy. Lead and perform experimental work on electrochemical cell and electrolyser design, device scale-up, stack development, performance testing and optimisation. Publish quality research outputs and contribute to competitive research funding applications; support translation of knowledge and potential commercialisation of intellectual property. Contribute to supervision and development of Honours and HDR students, foster a positive research culture, and participate in teaching as required. Collaboration with industry partners and external organisations, with opportunities within a vision-driven, cross-disciplinary research environment.
Required Qualifications
- Completion or near completion of a PhD in chemical engineering, electrochemistry, electrochemical engineering or a closely related discipline
- An emerging research profile, including publications in reputable refereed journals and conference presentations
- A strong background in electrochemistry, electrochemical engineering, or related clean energy technologies
- Hands-on experience with electrochemical device design and testing, such as electrolysers, fuel cells, flow batteries or membrane electrochemical systems
- Experience scaling electrochemical systems from laboratory-scale cells to larger single-cell or multi-cell configurations
- Practical skills in electrochemical characterisation, including techniques such as EIS, LSV, CV, chronoamperometry and stability testing
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, troubleshoot experimental systems, collaborate effectively, and communicate clearly with academic and industry partners
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