Research Associate in Novel Dry Battery Electrode Deposition

We have an exciting opportunity in the Chemical & Biological Engineering Department for a Research Associate in Novel Dry Battery Electrode Deposition. This is an ideal position for someone looking to utilise their skills within an expert group of researchers across different research institutions; and to make an impact in the area of design and development of new ways to process dry powdered lithium-ion battery electrodes that are formed without solvent into a battery electrode.

This Faraday Institution funded research project (Nextrode) is well established, both in Sheffield and across our partner institutions, and we have received additional funding for a second phase of the project for the next two years.

The successful candidate will have demonstrable hands-on experience in fabrication and electrochemical testing of battery electrodes. Expertise with coin, pouch and full cells would be a distinct advantage. You must have experience managing your time effectively when there are multiple ongoing project streams and ideally, you will demonstrate a track record of high-quality research.

Applicants should hold a doctorate (or be close to completion) in electrochemical, chemical engineering, materials science, or other physical science or relevant engineering discipline.

Our Research Team

The successful candidate will work under the guidance of Dr Denis Cumming and Dr Rachel Smith in the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering at the University of Sheffield. The research priority that this post will be associated with is manufacturing of lithium-ion electrodes.

The Department

Chemical and Biological Engineering (CBE) is ranked amongst the top 5 Chemical Engineering Departments in the UK and is a thriving department within the University's Faculty of Engineering.  CBE comprises 38 academic staff, 58 research staff and technicians, 16 support staff and a student population of over 650 undergraduates, and 250 postgraduates (taught and research).

CBE is a major contributor to tackling the key challenges of this century - climate change, energy poverty, affordable medicines, sustainable agriculture and water use, safety, and green manufacturing.  It boasts a rich environment for learning which prepares students to be 21st century scientists and engineers and its disciplines span particle science and technology/nanotechnology, new energy technologies, the environment, and applications of post-genomics bioscience for biotechnology and bioprocessing applications.

The Department has a world-class research environment that is ranked number 1 by the Research Excellence Framework 2014. Their internationally renowned research is supported through funding from government and industrial sources in the UK and the rest of the globe.   

The Department holds a Silver Athena SWAN Award and two gold awards for Green Impact.

The University of Sheffield

We’re one of the best not-for-profit organisations to work for in the UK. The University’s Total Reward Package includes a competitive salary, a generous Pension Scheme and annual leave entitlement, as well as access to a range of learning and development courses to support your personal and professional development.

We build teams of people from different heritages and lifestyles from across the world, whose talent and contributions complement each other to greatest effect. We believe diversity in all its forms delivers greater impact through research, teaching and student experience.

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