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Location
University of Warwick Campus, Coventry
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Department
WMG
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Position Type
Fixed Term
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Duration
Fixed-term contract until 30th November 2027
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Salary
£35,608 to £46,049 per annum
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About the Role
Informal Queries
For informal queries, please contact John Low (Associate Professor – Reader) at
[email protected]
Flexible Working
We will consider applications for employment on a part-time or other flexible working basis (e.g. job share), despite the position being advertised as full-time.
The Energy Innovation Centre at WMG is at the forefront of developing next generation battery technologies to support the transition to a sustainable, low-carbon future. We are seeking an ambitious and talented person to lead cutting edge research in graphite/silicon composite anode technologies for advanced lithium-ion batteries.
This is an exciting opportunity to work across the full innovation pathway, from materials development and electrochemical characterisation through to prototype cell manufacture and technology scale-up. You will play a key role in the research, development and industrialisation of high-energy-density battery technologies, supporting programmes that align with WMG's strategic research themes including Electrochemical Science, Energy Storage, Manufacturing the Future and Resource Efficiency.
Working closely with academic colleagues, industrial partners and internal teams, you will design and deliver experimental research programmes, develop novel battery materials and manufacturing processes, and contribute to the advancement of technology readiness levels. The role offers a unique opportunity to combine scientific excellence with real-world industrial impact, enabling the translation of fundamental research into commercially relevant battery solutions.
You will also contribute to the wider academic mission of the University through publishing high quality research, presenting at leading international conferences, supporting postgraduate researchers, and helping to build WMG's reputation as a global leader in battery innovation.
This position offers the chance to work within a highly collaborative and multidisciplinary environment, engaging with leading researchers, engineers and industrial stakeholders across the UK and internationally, while helping to shape the future of advanced energy storage technologies.
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About You
You will be a highly motivated researcher with a strong background in lithium-ion battery science and technology, combined with a passion for delivering impactful research that bridges academia and industry.
You will hold a PhD (or be close to completion) in a relevant discipline such as Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Electrochemistry, Energy Storage or a related field, together with a good honours degree. You will have demonstrable experience in lithium-ion battery research ideally including electrode materials development, cell manufacturing, electrochemical testing and advanced materials characterisation.
The successful candidate will possess a strong understanding of lithium-ion battery technologies, including component manufacturing, cell production processes and emerging sustainability considerations such as recycling and resource efficiency. Experience in graphite and silicon anode materials, battery materials processing, slurry formulation, electrode manufacture or cell prototyping would be particularly advantageous.
You will have a developing track record of high-quality research outputs, evidenced through peer-reviewed publications and presentations at scientific conferences. Strong analytical, experimental and problem-solving skills are essential, along with the ability to plan and deliver research independently while contributing effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
We are particularly interested in candidates who are enthusiastic about translating fundamental scientific discoveries into practical industrial solutions. You will be comfortable working collaboratively with academic and industrial partners, communicating complex technical concepts to diverse audiences, and contributing to the development of future research opportunities and external partnerships.
For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the
PhD Status
If you are near submission of your PhD, or have not yet had it conferred, any offers of employment will be made at Research Assistant level, at the highest spinal point of pay grade 5 (£34,610 per annum).
Upon receipt of evidence confirming the successful award of your PhD, you will be promoted to Research Fellow, at the lowest spinal point of grade 6 (£35,608 per annum).
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About the Department
The Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG) is the largest department at the University of Warwick, with over 800 staff and nearly 3,000 students across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in management, technology, and applied engineering.
We are globally recognised for our world-class research, innovative industry partnerships, and teaching excellence, and we are proud holders of the Athena SWAN Silver Award and the Institutional Silver Award.
Find out more about the High Value Manufacturing Catapult centre.
Find out more about the Energy Innovation Centre.
Find out more about our range of undergraduate and apprenticeship degrees here.
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About the University
We are a world-leading research-intensive university founded in 1965. We are ranked 74th in the world and 9th in the UK.* Additionally, 92% of our research is rated world-leading or internationally excellent.**
Find out more about us at warwick.ac.uk/about/.
- World University Ranking 2026, Complete University Guide 2026
** Research Excellence Framework 2021
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How to Apply
Closing Deadline: Sunday 9th August 2026 at 11:55pm (UK Time)*
To apply, please click APPLY below and submit an application form by the closing deadline. You will be asked to include two attachments:
CV
Cover Letter
These should:
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Right to Work in the UK
If you do not yet have the right to work in the UK and/or are seeking sponsorship for a Skilled Worker visa, please follow this link which contains further information about obtaining the right to work in the UK.
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