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University of Warwick
Assistant Professor (Research Focussed) (111823-0726)
Coventry Hybrid 5-10 yrs exp£47k – £57k / year
Lithium-ion battery scienceElectrochemical characterisationMaterials developmentCell manufacturingAnode technology
Requirements
Must hold a PhD in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Electrochemistry, or a related field. Requires demonstrable experience in lithium-ion battery research, including electrode development, cell manufacturing, and electrochemical testing.
Job Description
About The Role
Informal Queries
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.
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 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 job description attached as a PDF below.
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.
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/.
Closing Deadline: Sunday 9 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
We Provide a Comprehensive Range Of Benefits, Including
Where possible, we offer hybrid working arrangements that combine office-based and remote working. Opportunities for hybrid working will depend on the requirements of the role, business needs of the department and can be discussed during the recruitment process.
For more information, see here.
We are proud to be a Living Wage employer.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
Equality, Diversity, & Inclusion
Warwick is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and respectful community where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and communities, and actively encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.
Find out more about our Social Inclusion work at Warwick.
Find out more about our awards and accreditations.
We are also one of the six founder institutions of the EUTOPIA European University Alliance.
Safeguarding & DBS
The University of Warwick is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all those we work with.
The University will not discriminate against applicants who make a disclosure relating to a conviction.
Disclosures at application stage are only visible to the DBS team, not to hiring panels. This ensures fairness and removes bias from the shortlisting process.
Job Description
JD Assistant Professor (111823).pdf – 155KB Opens in a new window
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.
Informal Queries
- For informal queries, please contact John Low (Associate Professor – Reader) at C.T.J.Low@warwick.ac.uk
- 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.
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.
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 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 job description attached as a PDF below.
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.
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
Closing Deadline: Sunday 9 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
- Outline employment and education history (including your most recent employment).
- Demonstrate how you meet the essential and desirable criteria in the Job Description using clear examples.
- Interview Date: To be confirmed
- Start Date: As soon as possible
- Applications must be submitted through the warwick-careers.tal.net portal before the closing deadline. We recommend completing your application form in good time, as the advert will automatically close at the deadline.
- You are welcome to include any career breaks, such as parental leave, caring responsibilities, or long-term sickness absence. For guidance on how to format a cover letter, see here.
We Provide a Comprehensive Range Of Benefits, Including
- An attractive pension scheme.
- 30 days holiday plus University Christmas closure.
- Generous parental/adoption leave policy.
- Onsite childcare facilities.
- Excellent learning and development opportunities.
Where possible, we offer hybrid working arrangements that combine office-based and remote working. Opportunities for hybrid working will depend on the requirements of the role, business needs of the department and can be discussed during the recruitment process.
For more information, see here.
We are proud to be a Living Wage employer.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
Equality, Diversity, & Inclusion
Warwick is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and respectful community where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and communities, and actively encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.
Find out more about our Social Inclusion work at Warwick.
Find out more about our awards and accreditations.
We are also one of the six founder institutions of the EUTOPIA European University Alliance.
Safeguarding & DBS
The University of Warwick is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all those we work with.
- Roles involving regulated activity are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at the appropriate level, in line with the DBS Code of Practice.
- The University will ensure that anyone subject to a barring order does not undertake any work with the barred group (children and/or adults).
- All employees, volunteers, and partners are expected to share our commitment to safeguarding.
The University will not discriminate against applicants who make a disclosure relating to a conviction.
Disclosures at application stage are only visible to the DBS team, not to hiring panels. This ensures fairness and removes bias from the shortlisting process.
Job Description
JD Assistant Professor (111823).pdf – 155KB Opens in a new window
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.
Education
Bachelor DegreePostgraduate Degree
Skills
Lithium-ion battery scienceElectrochemical characterisationMaterials developmentCell manufacturingAnode technologyGraphite/silicon composite anodesElectrochemical testingAdvanced materials characterisationSlurry formulationElectrode manufactureCell prototypingResearch designScientific publishingProblem-solvingTechnical communicationProject management