OpenFieldWestern Research Associate in Advanced Functional Materials & Clean Energy
Two-year full-time research position in the Department of Chemistry developing advanced operando synchrotron characterization methods for next-generation solid-state battery interfaces.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- PhD in Chemistry, Materials Science, or Chemical Engineering.
- English language proficiency
- Fluent written and spoken English proficiency.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- First-author publications in solid-state lithium batteries, synchrotrons, or nanomaterials.
- Recommendation letters
- Three professional reference letters.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Salaried academic appointment: CAD $58,000 to $68,000/year plus pension and benefits
- Application fee
- Free employment application via Western Careers
- Tuition / joining costs
- Salaried staff position; no tuition fees.
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- February 15, 2027 (Departmental recruitment review)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-14
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Western University documentation reviewed 2026-10-14. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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