Enrollment Information

Open Positions for Master's, PhD Students, and Postdoctoral Researchers
Students majoring in Chemistry, Physics, and Materials Science are welcome to apply.

• Annual openings: 2-3      Master’s positions, 1-2 PhD positions.

• Postdoctoral positions:      Year-round recruitment.

Research Areas

1. Solid-state batteries

2. Novel battery systems (alkali metal batteries, sulfur-based batteries)

3. Advanced characterization techniques

4. DFT calculations, AIMD simulations, and phase-field simulations

Training Philosophy

1. Personalized Education Plan
        Tailored research directions based on your academic background, foundational knowledge, research interests, and project requirements.

2. Academic Pursuits

• Conduct foundational research and mechanistic characterization in solid-state batteries to develop unique expertise and publish high-impact international papers.

• Engineer high-energy-density all-solid-state batteries with low-voltage long-cycling performance.

3. Training Approach

• Rigorous academic standards + relaxed work environment + goal-oriented mentorship.

• Weekly one-on-one meetings with the supervisor for guidance and problem-solving.

• Collaborative supervision with leading global institutions and renowned scholars.

• Interdisciplinary research with an emphasis on innovative idea exchange.

4. Resource Advantages

• Ample funding; access to state-of-the-art equipment in Prof. Yan Yu’s research group.

• Advanced characterization resources (synchrotron radiation, neutron diffraction, etc.).

• Opportunities for international academic exchanges, visits, and further studies. Priority recommendations to top global research groups.

Position Details

1. PhD Candidates

Requirements:
a. Outstanding academic performance in Bachelor’s and Master’s studies; background in synthetic chemistry, materials physics, or related fields with strong research achievements (experience in metal mechanics or chemo-mechanical coupling preferred).
b. Passion for research, diligence, and high academic self-expectations.
c. Strong communication skills, physical/mental health.
d. Meet the PhD admission criteria of the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC).

2. Postdoctoral Researchers/Specially Appointed Associate Researchers

Requirements:
a. PhD in Materials Science, Chemistry, or related fields (under 35 years old; degree completed or near completion, with graduation within the past three years).
b. Independent research capability, rigorous academic ethics, teamwork spirit, and passion for research.
c. Willingness to apply for postdoctoral grants and national/provincial-level research projects.
d. Strong English/Chinese writing and oral communication skills; ≥3 high-quality publications in solid-state battery research.
e. Full-time commitment to postdoctoral research.
f. Good health, integrity, and no criminal/credit violations.

Salary, Benefits, and Promotion:
Follow USTC’s postdoctoral policies (details: USTC Talent Recruitment). Exceptional candidates may receive additional support from the research group.