Postdoctoral Research Associate in Solid-State Batteries

Location: Parks Road, Oxford

Contract: Fixed term – 12 months

As part of the Faraday Institution’s SOLBAT project, we aim to break down the barriers that are preventing the progression to market of solid-state batteries. This is an exciting opportunity to join the team as a Postdoctoral Research Associate, carrying out research on solid-state batteries, with expertise, proven by a strong publication record, in one or preferably more of the following areas:

• Solid-state materials chemistry,
• Solid-state electrochemistry (including EIS and electrochemical modelling),
• Characterisation of air and beam sensitive materials and interfaces in solid-state batteries including:
  • In-situ, operando and ex-situ techniques (X-ray and neutron, computed X-ray tomography, spectroscopy)
  • Electron microscopy (eg FIB/SEM, EDX and sample preparation)

With a background in the field of solid-state batteries, you will be a well organised and self-motivated scientist, with the ability to manage the day-to-day running of a research project. You will have (or be close to completion of) a relevant PhD and appropriate specialist knowledge in the discipline, as well as excellent communication and writing skills. This position will be offered on a fixed-term basis for 12 months.

How to apply

All applications must be made online using the Oxford University E-Recruitment system, no later than 12 noon on 12^th June 2024. You will be required to upload a CV and a Supporting Statement as part of your application. Please do not attach any manuscripts, papers, transcripts, mark sheets or certificates as these will not be considered as part of your application.

Interviews are scheduled to take place at the Department of Materials on the week commencing 24^th June 2024 and you must be available on this date, either by Teams, Zoom or in person.

Please let me know if you need any further information.

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