Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Li-ion Battery Degradation
University of Oxford, Oxford
Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Li-ion Battery Degradation
£39424-£47779
University of Oxford, Oxford
- Full time
- Temporary
- Onsite working
Posted 1 week ago, 17 Apr | Get your application in now before you're too late!
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Full Job Description
We are seeking a well organised and highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Assistant in the group of Professor Robert Weatherup, to join a major interdisciplinary project funded by the Faraday Institution, investigating degradation mechanisms in next generation Li-ion batteries. You will perform research into degradation reactions occurring at electrode-electrolyte interfaces in next generation Li-ion batteries, which play a pivotal role in determining real-world battery performance. You will combine your expertise in electrochemical characterisation of Li-ion batteries with the state-of-the-art facilities for energy storage research at Oxford, and advanced characterisation techniques available at the nearby Harwell Campus. This will involve the application of state-of-the-art X-ray spectroscopy methods (Operando XPS/XAS, Hard XPS) to probe the interfacial reactions occurring in Li-ion batteries. Further information about the research group can be found at: https://emi.materials.ox.ac.uk This is a full-time, fixed-term post for three years and is based at the Department of Materials.
- You will hold, or be close to completing, a PhD in chemistry, physics, materials science, engineering or a related discipline.
- You will have experience in the electrochemical testing of Li-ion batteries or related energy storage devices, alongside experience of X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy, X-ray absorption spectroscopy, or related techniques.
- You will be able to analyse and interpret complex experimental data, manage your own research activities effectively, and deliver high-quality results to agreed deadlines.
- Strong communication skills are essential, including the ability to write for publication, present research proposals, and work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.
- You will be comfortable working both independently and as part of a team., (b) Previous experience in battery electrochemistry (c) Previous experience in interface-sensitive characterization