Research Associate

Overview

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POSITION SUMMARY

The Department of Mining and Materials Engineering at McGill University is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Research Associate to lead and conduct a research project relating to the development and recycling of cathode materials for advanced energy density Li-ion batteries. The successful candidate will be part of a research team working with collaborators at McGill and at the sponsor's facilities.

Responsibilities

• Designs and conducts experiments to synthesize polyanionic cathode materials with specific crystal morphology

• Leads electrochemical characterization of the performance of the cells and assembly of cells (half and full) in a glovebox

• Develop and conduct new methods of characterization of produced materials in terms of structure, purity, defects, composition, etc.

• Provide support to graduate students working on the project in terms of synthesis, characterization, cell assembly and electrochemical analysis

• Supervision of undergraduate and graduate students working on the research project, which includes data analysis, preparing reports, manuscripts, and presentations

• Writes manuscripts for publication, presentations and progress reports

Qualifications

• PhD in Materials Engineering or other related fields

• Have at least six (6) years of research experience in the field of battery material development

• Publications on related topics are an asset

• Expertise with hydrothermal/solvothermal synthesis, calcination/annealing, characterization, cell assembly and electrochemical performance analysis of battery materials is essential.

• Knowledge of the crystal chemistry of polyanionic cathode materials is a requirement.

• Ability to communicate scientific findings by oral presentation and written reports

• Ability to work with a team

Hiring Unit: Department of Mining and Materials Engineering

Number of Positions: 1

Supervisor: Professor George Demopoulos

Total Hours Per Week: 30 (part-time)

Hourly Salary: $33.96

Planned Start and End Date: February 9, 2026 – June 5, 2026

Location: McGill Downtown Campus

Language Note: The text includes traces of French and English requirements indicating an English level assessment; applicable statements are included as in the original.

In accordance with Canadian and Quebec law: the present offer is conditional upon obtaining the appropriate work authorization from Citizenship & Immigration Canada, Immigration Quebec and HRSDC.

Deadline to Apply: 2026-02-09

Affiliation: This position is covered by the Association of McGill University Research Employees (AMURE) collective agreement.

Equity and Accessibility: McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is committed to equity and diversity. Applications from diverse groups are encouraged. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations may contact accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca.