Summary
Two funded Postdoctoral Fellow positions are available in the lab of Dr. Kiana Amini at the University of British Columbia (UBC), Canada. The positions focus on advanced materials for electrochemical energy storage, with opportunities to collaborate on AI-enabled materials discovery.
Postdoctoral Fellow Positions – Redox-Active Materials & Membrane/Polymer Materials
Summary Table
| Position | Research Area | Key Expertise | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Postdoctoral Fellow 1 | Redox-Active Materials | Materials chemistry, organic/inorganic & coordination chemistry, synthesis of redox-active materials | University of British Columbia, Canada |
| Postdoctoral Fellow 2 | Membrane & Polymer Materials | Polymer chemistry, membrane synthesis, functionalization, ion-exchange membranes, electrochemical applications | University of British Columbia, Canada |
Designation
Postdoctoral Fellow – 2 Positions
Research Area
- Electrochemical Energy Storage
- Redox-Active Materials
- Materials Chemistry
- Organic & Inorganic Chemistry
- Coordination Chemistry
- Polymer Chemistry
- Membrane Materials
- Ion-Exchange Membranes
- Electrochemical Membrane Applications
- AI-Enabled Materials Discovery
Location
University of British Columbia (UBC), Canada
Position 1: Redox-Active Materials
The successful candidate will work on the design, synthesis, and functionalization of redox-active materials for electrochemical energy-storage applications.
Preferred expertise:
- Materials chemistry
- Synthesis of redox-active molecules and materials
- Organic chemistry and/or inorganic chemistry
- Coordination chemistry
- Synthetic chemistry
- Design and functionalization of redox-active materials
Position 2: Membrane and Polymer Materials
The successful candidate will work on polymer and membrane materials for electrochemical energy-storage applications.
Required/preferred expertise:
- Polymer chemistry
- Membrane synthesis
- Membrane functionalization
- Materials characterization
- Ion-exchange membranes
- Electrochemical membrane applications
Eligibility / Qualification
Candidates should have a PhD or equivalent research background relevant to the respective position and demonstrated research expertise in the required materials-chemistry, polymer, membrane, or electrochemical areas.
Applicants should be able to demonstrate relevant research experience through their CV and previous research work.
Job Description
The Postdoctoral Fellows will contribute to funded research projects involving the development of advanced materials for electrochemical energy storage. Depending on the position, responsibilities may include:
- Designing and synthesizing redox-active materials.
- Developing and functionalizing polymer and membrane materials.
- Characterizing synthesized materials and evaluating their properties.
- Investigating materials for electrochemical energy-storage applications.
- Developing ion-exchange membranes and electrochemical membrane systems.
- Collaborating with researchers from complementary disciplines.
- Participating in AI-enabled materials discovery initiatives.
- Preparing research publications and presenting research findings.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should contact Dr. Kiana Amini by email:
Email: kiana.amini@ubc.ca
Subject line:
“Postdoctoral Application – [Your Name]”
Please include:
- Updated CV
- Brief description of your relevant research experience
- Information demonstrating your fit for the selected position
Candidates whose backgrounds align well with the positions will be contacted for further discussion.
Last Date to Apply
Until position filled
