RESEARCH FELLOW - CENTRE FOR EXPERIMENTAL FUEL TECHNOLOGIES (CEFT) - REDOX FLOW BATTERIES (110683-0725)

Location
University of Warwick Campus, Coventry
Department
School of Engineering
Position Type
Fixed Term
Duration
Fixed-term contract for 2 years, ending no later than 31 December 2030
Salary
£35,116 to £45,413 per annum
About the Role

FOR INFORMAL ENQUIRIES, PLEASE CONTACT SHANWEN TAO (PROFESSOR) AT S.TAO.1@WARWICK.AC.UK.

We will consider applications for employment on a part-time or other flexible working basis, even where a position is advertised as full-time, unless there are operational or other objective reasons why it is not possible to do so.
This is a two-year fixed-term contract, full time (1.0 FTE). An extension may be possible (end date no later than 31 December 2030).
The Warwick Centre for Experimental Fuel Technology (CEFT) offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a strategically important and rapidly growing area of research focused on next-generation battery and fuel cell technologies.
CEFT is a dynamic new initiative bringing together world-class research teams from the School of Engineering, the Department of Chemistry, and WMG at the University of Warwick. Our mission is to drive innovation in electrochemical energy technologies—combining applied technology development with deep scientific insight.
Backed by outstanding facilities and expertise in electrochemistry, materials chemistry, spectroscopy, microscopy, modelling, and full device fabrication and testing, the Centre takes a holistic approach to developing advanced systems such as ammonia/methanol fuel cells and metal-based batteries (e.g. lithium, sodium, calcium). Other battery technologies are also within the scope of our research.

We are now recruiting a Research Fellow to join this exciting venture within the School of Engineering. This role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge projects in the following area:

• Exploration of novel materials for redox flow batteries or affordable, scalable rechargeable batteries (excluding conventional Li⁺, Na⁺, K⁺, Ca²⁺ systems), targeting renewable energy storage at grid scale.

Other battery technologies can also be explored as part of the Centre.
About You
You will hold a good honours degree (2:1 or above) or equivalent in a relevant subject, and will either have a PhD (or equivalent) in a related discipline such as, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science.
The ideal candidate will have proven ability in research and evidence of quality research output in the relevant field of fuel cells, redox flow batteries or rechargeable batteries (non-conventional Li+/Na+/K+/Ca2+ batteries).
You’ll bring strong subject knowledge, with a solid grasp of relevant research methods and techniques, enabling you to contribute effectively to ongoing research programmes. Experience or potential in contributing to funding proposals and securing external research funding is highly desirable.
Collaboration is key to this role, and you’ll demonstrate the ability to work well with both academic and professional services colleagues, across disciplines and institutions. Your IT skills will include proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to use digital tools to support your research and presentations.
You’ll have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a strong command of written and spoken English. Your ability to manage time effectively, stay organised, and work both independently and as part of a team will be essential to your success in the role.
If you have not yet been awarded your PhD but are near submission or have recently submitted your PhD, any offers of employment will be made as Research Assistant on level 5 of the University grade structure. Upon successful award of your PhD and evidence of this fact, you will be promoted to Research Fellow on the first point of the level 6 of the University grade structure.
For further information regarding the skills required for this role please see the personal specification section of the attached job description.
About the Department
This post is based at the University of Warwick, using our advanced experimental flumes in Engineering, and Warwick Research Technology Platforms, which have almost all the advanced materials characterisation facilities (https://warwick.ac.uk/research/rtp/).
The University aims to promote work life balance for all employees and the School of Engineering will consider a range of possible flexible working arrangements in order to recruit the best candidate.
The School of Engineering is committed to the principles of the Athena SWAN Charter, which recognises work undertaken to address gender equality, representation and progression for all staff working in an academic environment. The School currently holds the Athena SWAN Gold award and the University holds an Institutional Silver award. Further information about the work of the School in relation to Athena SWAN can be found at the following link; Athena SWAN - School of Engineering - University of Warwick
About the University
Born in the 60s with a mindset of boldness, imagination and collaboration, the University of Warwick is a world-leading research-intensive university with the highest academic and research standards. We’re one of the world’s top universities, ranked 67th in the world and 10th in the UK, with 92% of our research assessed to be ‘world leading or internationally excellent’*.

You’ll be joining a diverse, innovative and globally connected community committed to igniting real world progress. Here at Warwick, we offer you opportunities to follow your ambitions as long as you bring the energy and determination to succeed.

• QS World University Rankings 2024

** Research Excellence Framework 2021
To find out more about us visit our website.
How to Apply

CLOSING DATE: TUESDAY 12TH AUGUST 2025 AT 23:55 (BST)

To apply, submit an application form by the closing date.
Please plan for any potential delays as you will not be able to submit an application form past this deadline (even if you opened the form at, say, 23:30).

You will have to attach a CV and a cover letter.

• Your CV should include your employment history (including your most recent employment), your education history, and any other relevant experience.
• Your cover letter should explain your motivations for applying to the role. It should also explain, using examples, how you meet each of the essential and desirable criteria detailed in the

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• Exploration of novel materials for redox flow batteries or affordable, scalable rechargeable batteries (excluding conventional Li⁺, Na⁺, K⁺, Ca²⁺ systems), targeting renewable energy storage at grid scale