Postdoctoral Researcher – Battery and Critical Minerals/Materials R&D Research
Ora
Summary
NLR's Battery Materials Group develops materials for battery applications and other critical mineral and material technologies. The Group has an opening for one or more postdoctoral researchers.
Job description
This position will support hands-on materials science research and development with a focus on lab work to support lithium-ion-battery materials development projects and critical mineral/material separation and electrochemical processing projects. The technologies of interest include conventional lithium-ion materials and next-generation battery technologies as well as electrochemical deposition for critical materials processing.
The successful candidate will perform some of the following tasks: design experiments and experimental matrices; synthesize, process, and/or coat battery materials; perform in-situ and ex-situ materials characterization; fabricate electrodes; fabricate electrochemical cells; perform electrochemical testing; separate critical materials; deposit critical materials electrochemically; analyze electrochemical and materials characterization data from experiments; and work with project task leads to write papers and reports.
Requirements
- Must be a recent PhD graduate within the last three years
- Must meet educational requirements prior to employment start date
- PhD in engineering, chemistry, materials science, or physics
- Experience fabricating and testing electrochemical cells
- Experience conducting materials characterization for critical minerals/materials or battery materials
- Experience synthesizing, depositing, separating, or processing critical minerals/materials or battery materials
- Demonstrated ability to work independently
- Demonstrated ability to process, plot, and interpret electrochemical data
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and writing skills
- Demonstrated teamwork, creativity, innovation, and adaptability
- Ability to attend and present research to the scientific community
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Pension Benefits
- 403(b) Matching
- Life & AD&D Insurance
- PTO & Sick Leave
- Paid Holidays
- Performance-Based Awards
- Relocation Reimbursement
Company overview
Ora is the world's leading full-service ophthalmic drug and device development firm, operating as a specialized contract research organization (CRO) focused exclusively on ophthalmology. Founded in 1974 and headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts, the company has over 45 years of experience in advancing eye care innovations globally. Ora provides comprehensive research and development services spanning preclinical studies, clinical trials, regulatory strategy, and product development for both pharmaceutical and medical device companies. With operations across the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, and Asia, the company has helped clients achieve more than 85 product approvals to date. Ora's expertise covers a wide range of ophthalmic conditions including allergy, dry eye, retina diseases, glaucoma, and anti-infective therapies. The company employs over 500 ophthalmology specialists who utilize proprietary clinical models, integrated data solutions, and global regulatory strategies to accelerate product development from concept to market. Ora serves a diverse client base ranging from startups to global pharmaceutical and device companies, positioning itself as the trusted partner for ophthalmic innovation worldwide.