Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Battery Characterisation

We seek to appoint a post-doctoral researcher in the field of battery characterization with a specific focus on understanding the performance, degradation and safety of Li-ion batteries .

The post is funded by The Faraday Institution and is full-time, fixed-term until 30 March 2026.

The Faraday Institution's Degradation project is one of six Faraday Institution projects which aim to optimise the performance of lithium ion technologies.

To support the programme, the post holder will be required to carry out research on characterisation of battery degradation, with a particular focus on the application of advanced X-ray methods to explore chemical, crystallographic and morphological changes that drive battery performance loss.

You should possess a doctorate in a relevant engineering or physical science discipline with experience of experimental research in an electrochemical technology and experience of advanced materials characterization.

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Paul Shearing: [email protected]

For more information about working at the Department, see

www.eng.ox.ac.uk/about/work-with-us/

Only online applications received before midday on Tuesday 29 July 2025 can be considered. You will be required to upload a covering letter/supporting statement, including a brief statement of research interests (describing how past experience and future plans fit with the advertised position), CV and the details of two referees as part of your online application.

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