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Harvard University

Postdoctoral position in material science and electrochemistry

Pay: $67,600/yr

Posted: 2 days ago

Location: Belmont, MA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 7 hours ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/4/2026

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Postdoctoral position in material science and electrochemistry at Harvard University Postdoctoral position in material science and electrochemistry at Harvard University in Waverley, Massachusetts Posted in 1 day ago.

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We are seeking a curious, motivated postdoctoral researcher to join our research lab at the Rowland Institute at Harvard. We are particularly seeking candidates with expertise in synthesizing, fabricating, and characterizing materials (conductive metal-organic frameworks, 2D & hierarchical structures, single-atom catalysts, etc.) for electrochemical energy conversion and storage applications. Previous experience with scanning probe microscopy is beneficial but not compulsory. Successful candidates will be expected to contribute to material synthesis, plan and lead research projects, acquire and analyze experimental data, supervise and mentor undergraduate students, prepare and submit peer-reviewed journal articles, and present their work at professional conferences. They will also be encouraged to develop their ideas within the field and to pursue independent funding opportunities. This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position with an annual salary starting at $67,600. Contracts are for one year, with the possibility of a yearly extension for up to 2 more years, contingent upon funding availability and satisfactory performance. Flexible start date from September 2026. The priority application deadline is September 13th. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis and open until the position is filled.

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https://academicpositions.harvard.edu/postings/16709 Notable publications: 1. Proton transport through nanoscale corrugations in two-dimensional crystals. O. Wahab, E. Daviddi, P. Z. Sun, E. Griffin, A. W. Colburn, D. Barry, M. Yagmurcukardes, F. Peeters, A. Geim, M. Lozada-Hildalgo, & P. Unwin. Nature. 2023 , 620, 782-786. 2. Thousand-fold increase in O2 electroreduction rates with conductive MOFs. R. Mariano, O. Wahab, J. Rabinowitz, J. Oppenheim, T. Chen, P. R. Unwin, M. Dinc?. ACS Central Science . 2022 , 8 (7), 975-982. 3. Screening surface structure-electrochemical activity relationships of Cu electrodes under CO2 electroreduction conditions. O. Wahab, M. Kang, E. Daviddi, & P. R. Unwin. ACS Catal. 2022 , 12, 6578-6588. 4. Microstructural Origin of Locally Enhanced CO2 Electroreduction Activity on Gold. R. Mariano, M. Kang, O. Wahab, I. McPherson, J. Rabinowitz, P. Unwin, M. Kanan. Nat. Mat. 2021 , 20, 1000-1006. 5.

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A Natural Technique for Single Entity Electrochemistry. O. Wahab, M Kang, P Unwin. Curr, Op. in Elec. 2020 , 22, 120-128. Qualifications PhD or equivalent (or close to submission) in a relevant area of chemistry, materials Science, or chemical engineering, or a relevant discipline, and must have a good understanding and skills in electrochemistry, material synthesis, or analytical science & instrumentation. In addition to core expertise in material synthesis, preference will be given to candidates with prior experience in one or more of the following areas: surface characterization using spectroscopy and electron microscopy; macroscale electrochemistry; Finite Element Modeling with COMSOL Multiphysics; and an appreciation for nanoelectrochemistry or scanning probe techniques.