Postdoctoral Researcher - Solid-State Battery Materials

University of Oxford; Oxford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious university in the UK is seeking a self-motivated researcher for the Faraday Institution funded SOLBAT and/or LiSTAR projects. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in Materials Science or Chemistry and extensive experience in research management, particularly in solid-state batteries. Responsibilities include managing research activities, presenting findings, and collaborating with the research group. This is a full-time fixed-term position based in Oxford, with potential for extension based on future funding.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in managing academic research and administrative activities.
• Ability to write for publication and present research proposals.
• Experience in structural characterisation using lab-based and synchrotron-based techniques.

Responsibilities

• Work on the Faraday Institution funded SOLBAT and/or LiSTAR projects.
• Report to Prof. Mauro Pasta.
• Represent the research group at meetings.

Skills

Experience in managing academic research

Excellent communication skills

Synthesis and characterisation of air-sensitive materials

Solid-state NMR

Education

PhD/DPhil in Materials Science or Chemistry

First-class bachelor or master’s degree in Materials Science or Chemistry

Tools

X-ray techniques

Job description

A prestigious university in the UK is seeking a self-motivated researcher for the Faraday Institution funded SOLBAT and/or LiSTAR projects. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in Materials Science or Chemistry and extensive experience in research management, particularly in solid-state batteries. Responsibilities include managing research activities, presenting findings, and collaborating with the research group. This is a full-time fixed-term position based in Oxford, with potential for extension based on future funding.