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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # PRODiG Postdoctoral Associate in Electrical and Computer Engineering - **Company:** Binghamton University - **Location:** New York, NY, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $80,000 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Electrical and Computer Engineering - **Published:** November 13, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.chronicle.com/apply/38065059/prodig-postdoctoral-associate-in-electrical-and-computer-engineering?LinkSource=JobDetails ## About the Role * Be eligible to work in the United States without a visa sponsorship (Note: if you currently need sponsorship or will need it in the future to maintain employment authorization, you do not meet the eligibility requirements for this position.) * Have a PhD/DMA from an accredited institution by the date of appointment * Demonstrate personal, academic, and/or work experience engaging with diversity, equity, and inclusion and/or a commitment to facilitating and enhancing diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in the campus community. Such experience may include, but is not limited to, an academic/scholarly track record focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion; work, volunteer/unpaid/community service; or related experience/expertise in serving underserved or vulnerable areas and/ or populations. Preference will be given to candidates who are: * Current SUNY students, alumni, and/or Fellows. * From a low-income background (e.g., Pell-eligible as undergraduates), were first-generation college students (students whose parents have not earned a bachelor's degree), have overcome adversity, are AmeriCorps alumni, or are veterans., * Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics or closely related field prior to start of employment (anticipated August 2027) * Published several high impact journal papers in the battery materials research field * Developed or been part of a research program in the battery materials field * Experience in battery material synthesis and characterization * Strong communication skills * Strong commitment to teaching and research Preferred: * Experience with DFT analysis or AI-based materials analysis or a combination of both * Experience in proposal writing Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. If you currently need sponsorship or will need it in the future to maintain employment authorization, you do not meet eligibility requirements. Additionally, please note that Binghamton University is not an E-Verify employer. Additional Information: Offers of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and verification of degree(s) and credentials ## Description The Postdoctoral Associate will conduct innovative research at the intersection of advanced battery materials, computational materials science, electrochemical energy storage, and intelligent battery management systems. The research will focus on developing cobalt-free cathode materials for advanced lithium-ion and sodium-ion batteries, with an emphasis on P2-type layered transition-metal oxides designed to enhance structural stability, electrochemical performance, and long-term durability. A central objective will be to mitigate Jahn-Teller distortions, particularly those associated with Mn³?, through compositional tuning, aliovalent doping, and cation-disorder engineering to improve rate capability and cycling stability. Density functional theory (DFT) and beyond-DFT approaches, including DFT+U and hybrid functionals, will be employed to investigate electronic structure, ion-diffusion pathways, redox mechanisms, and phase stability. Particular attention will be given to suppressing high-voltage-induced structural transformations, including P2-O2 phase transitions and transition-metal slab gliding, which can compromise battery performance and longevity. Complementing atomistic materials design, the research will incorporate advanced battery management system (BMS) strategies to improve battery reliability, safety, and operational performance. These efforts will include artificial intelligence (AI)- and data-driven approaches for state-of-charge (SOC) and state-of-health (SOH) estimation, as well as cell-balancing and thermal-management techniques to mitigate degradation and reduce the risk of thermal runaway. The overarching goal is to establish a multiscale research framework that links atomic-scale materials design and electrochemical mechanisms to cell- and pack-level performance, enabling safer, high-rate, durable, and sustainable battery technologies. As part of a Carnegie R1 research university, the Postdoctoral Associate will work in a dynamic, interdisciplinary research environment that encourages scientific discovery, technological innovation, and collaboration across engineering and related disciplines. The fellow will have opportunities to contribute to externally funded research initiatives, publish in leading peer-reviewed journals, present findings at professional conferences, and develop independent research expertise. The position will also provide opportunities to participate in mentoring, grant development, and other scholarly activities that support long-term career development in academia or industrial research and development. The successful applicant will be expected to establish an externally funded research program.