Postdoctoral Research Fellow

The Electrochemical Dynamics Lab (Principal Investigator: Dr. Wesley Chang) is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow, who will design and implement an independent research project while collaborating with and mentoring graduate students. An ideal candidate is interested in electrochemical technologies but also has experience setting up an optics table and working with lasers. The project involves designing and building a unique characterization platform for electrolyzers

• Design and build unique characterization platform to track gas bubbles in electrolyzers.
• Mentor graduate students, write technical papers, actively participate in weekly meetings, help write proposals.
• Other duties as assigned. 

• Minimum of a PhD or Doctorate in Mechanical Engineering or related field or the equivalent combination of education and work experience (Please review the Equivalency Chart for additional information). 
• Minimum of 5 years of experience. 

• Previous experience with electrolyzers, gas diffusion electrodes, and infrared lasers

• Typically sitting at a desk/table
• Typically standing, walking

• University City - Philadelphia, PA

Additional Information
This position is classified as Exempt, grade K. Compensation for this grade ranges from $60,240.00 - $90,350.00 per year. Please note that the offered rate for this position will vary based on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience, department budget, and an internal equity review.

Applicants are encouraged to explore the Professional Staff salary structure and Compensation Guidelines & Policies for more details on Drexel’s compensation framework. For information about benefits, please review Drexel’s Benefits Brochure.

Special Instructions to the Applicant
Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.

A review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified.

Advertised: Jul 29 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Aug 29 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

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