RA Scalable Electrochemical Cells and Stacks for Energy and Fuel Conversion

Full Time, fixed term for 24 Months

Join us and be part of a vibrant community at Loughborough University. 

Here’s more about the role and what we’re looking for:

We are looking for an engineer or scientist with proven experience in the development and innovation of electrochemical devices such electrolysers, fuel cells and flow batteries. In this role you will develop electrolysers and fuel cells suitable for integration with intermittent renewable energy sources. The focus of the role is to advance the efficiency and durability of scalable electrolyser and fuel cell prototypes with a focus on non-critical materials. This includes conceptualising, implementing and characterising effects of novel cell architectures and components for electrochemical reactions in predominantly alkaline conditions.

Key Requirements:

• Extensive and proven experience in development and innovation of electrochemical devices such electrolysers, fuel cells and flow batteries in a research and/or industrial setting
• Strong knowledge of electrochemical testing methodologies, analytical techniques, performance and stability evaluation.
• Proven track record of rigorous research including scientific publications in peer reviewed journal papers and conference presentations or at least one patent filed on electrochemical devices
• Hands on experience in at least two of the following membrane assembly fabrication, design and construction of cells and stacks, long term and /accelerated stress testing

Informal enquiries should be directed to Prof. Sony Calnan, via email to s.calnan@lboro.ac.uk or by telephone to 01509 225837.

For more information refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.

Application Closing Date: 15 April 2025

*Please accompany your application with ONE document which includes*:

• a cover letter briefly describing your qualifications and motivation for this position.
• a curriculum vitae.
• a list of your publications highlighting your self-selected top 2 and/or relevant achievements e.g. patent, or contributions to collaborative projects. 

Our Benefits

• Generous annual leave allowance up to 44 days (inclusive of Bank Holidays & University closure days.
• Competitive pension schemes
• A range of childcare support initiatives and benefits including childcare vouchers; on-site university nursery (with salary sacrifice scheme); and holiday play schemes.
• We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies.
• BUPA Cash Plan (100 scheme)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Season ticket loan scheme
• On campus parking with charging points for electric vehicles
• Fantastic range of sports facilities and preferential membership packages available

Loughborough University is committed to achieving equality and valuing diversity in all aspects of employment and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

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