NRL Solid Electrolyte Fuel Cell Technologies
NRL seeks candidates to develop robust, inexpensive solid electrolyte fuel cells for Navy mobile platforms using hydrogen or hydrocarbons.
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Funder: NRC Research Associateship Programs
Due Dates: May 1, 2025 (Application Deadline)
Funding Amounts: $99,200 stipend plus $3,000 travel allowance; relocation assistance available for eligible awardees. Duration typically 2-3 years.
Summary: Supports postdoctoral research to develop robust, inexpensive solid electrolyte fuel cells for Navy mobile platforms using hydrogen or hydrocarbons.
Key Information: Open to U.S. citizens and permanent residents with a Ph.D. Applicants must contact the Research Adviser prior to applying. Health insurance provided.
Description
The Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) seeks postdoctoral candidates to advance solid electrolyte fuel cell technologies aimed at meeting the Future Navy’s need for compact, high-power energy sources for mobile platforms. The research focuses on developing new energy conversion technologies that enable rapid electricity production from chemical energy storage media such as hydrogen or hydrocarbons. Current projects emphasize novel electrolyte and catalyst materials to create robust, cost-effective fuel cell solutions tailored to Navy energy requirements.
Ideal candidates will have expertise in chemistry, materials chemistry, materials engineering, electrochemical devices, electrocatalysis, fuel cell technology, or related fields. The research aims to contribute to innovative fuel cell designs involving proton conductors and oxygen reduction reactions.
This fellowship offers a unique opportunity to conduct cutting-edge research at the Naval Research Laboratory in Washington, DC, with access to state-of-the-art facilities and mentorship from leading scientists.
