Postdoctoral Research Associate in Electrochemical Engineering Full time, fixed term for 1.5 years. Base Salary $113,634
- $125,896 + 17% superannuation. About the opportunity The School of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at the University of Sydney, established in 1946, offered the first university-level chemical engineering program in Australia. The School is committed to teaching excellence and our graduates are highly regarded and sought after by employers in Australia and overseas. The School is research-intensive and considered a world leader in many cutting edge areas of chemical and biomolecular engineering. This is an exciting opportunity from the School of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Electrochemical Engineering to work in the Electrochemical Engineering Lab led by Dr Fengwang Li. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to an applied research program focused on electrochemical technologies for sustainable chemical production and energy conversion. You will combine hands on experimentation with device and process engineering to develop, evaluate and improve electrochemical reactors and their supporting systems. We are particularly interested in candidates with practical experience in electrolysers or fuel cells who can translate engineering concepts into working experimental systems. The role will involve device design and assembly, electrochemical performance and durability testing, process development, and contributions to scale-up and system integration. You will work collaboratively with researchers, students and technical specialists, contributing both to fundamental understanding and to the development of reliable, scalable electrochemical technologies. Your

key responsibilities
will be to:
- Design,



assemble and improve electrochemical cells and reactor prototypes, including the selection and integration of electrodes, membranes, flow-field components and sealing systems.
- Develop, commission and operate experimental test systems, integrating electrochemical devices with fluid-handling equipment, instrumentation and data acquisition.
- Plan and conduct electrochemical experiments to evaluate performance, efficiency and durability testing, identify limitations and failure mechanisms, and implement evidence-based improvements.
- Apply chemical process engineering principles to develop process configurations, perform material and energy balances, prepare process flow diagrams and piping and instrumentation diagrams, and select appropriate equipment.
- Contribute to device scale-up and system integration, addressing practical challenges in flow distribution, heat and mass transfer, sealing, reproducibility and stable operation.
- Translate device concepts into CAD models and engineering drawings, and coordinate component fabrication, procurement and assembly as required.
- Analyse and interpret experimental data, maintain reproducible research records and engineering documentation, and prepare technical reports and research publications in accordance with confidentiality and intellectual property requirements.
- Collaborate effectively with colleagues and research partners, support student training and mentoring,



and contribute to risk assessments, operating procedures and secure laboratory practices. About you The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Electrochemical Engineering who has:
- A PhD degree (or near completion) in Chemical Engineering, Electrochemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry or a closely related discipline.
- Demonstrated hands on experience with electrolysers or fuel cells, including device assembly, operation, performance testing and troubleshooting.
- Demonstrated ability to design electrochemical devices or associated experimental hardware, including the use of CAD software to produce models and engineering drawings, with consideration of materials compatibility, fabrication, sealing and assembly.
- Demonstrated capability in chemical process design for experimental or prototype systems, including material and energy balances, process flow diagrams, piping and instrumentation diagrams, and equipment selection.
- A strong understanding of electrochemical performance and relevant transport processes, together with practical experience in electrochemical characterisation, performance evaluation and durability testing.
- The ability to plan and deliver experimental research independently, resolve practical engineering problems, critically analyse data and maintain accurate technical records.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with research achievements appropriate to career stage and opportunity, demonstrated through publications, validated pr

📌 Postdoctoral Research Associate in Electrochemical Engineering (Sydney)
🏢 University Of Sydney
📍 Sydney