Research Assistant/associate in Li-ion Battery
2 months ago
Salary:
Research Assistant:
£29,619 to £31,411 per annum
Research Associate:
£32,348 to £34,308 per annum
Newcastle University is a great place to work, with excellent benefits.
We have a generous holiday package; plus the opportunity to buy more, great pension schemes and a number of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.
Closing Date: 04 April 2023
The Role
We have an exciting opportunity available to become a central member of a multi-disciplinary, multi-institutional collaborative team working the field of Li-ion battery recycling as part of the ReLiB project (funded by the Faraday Institution ).
The ReLiB project is about to embark upon a two-year extension which will see it run through at least as far as March 2025 wherein we will be building on the exciting achievements of the last five years.
The primary focus of this role will be on the measurement and characterisation of end of life, automotive scale li-ion batteries building knowledge libraries and models to enable data-driven recycling decisions based on AI technologies.
Working across multiple disciplines and institutions and in collaboration with our industrial partners this is a unique opportunity to contribute to the leading li-ion battery recycling research expertise in the UK.
We are committed to building and maintaining a fair and inclusive working environment and we would be happy to discuss arrangements for flexible and/or blended working.
The appointment is offered on a full-time basis (37 hours per week) and is fixed-term, tenable until March 2025 in the first instance and is available immediately.
Coordination of disassembly and characterisation of large, automotive battery systems
Measurement and modelling of large battery systems at pack, module and cell scale using a combination of recognised electrochemical techniques
The use of machine learning algorithms to aid in the development of data driven decision making tools
Responsibility for generating and undertaking standard operating procedures for de-manufacturing of automotive scale battery packs (including at high voltage) and the inherent safety considerations.
Coordinating, writing, and presenting of research reports and academic papers for publication in appropriate journalsStrategic leadership of the battery characterisation and sorting research element of a large project
The Person
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Knowledge of:
use and characterisation of lithium ion batteries
recognised electrochemical testing techniques for energy storage systems
battery management systems
the battery recycling industry
Skilled in:
measurement and characterisation of electrochemical energy storage systems
model development of li ion batteries
use of relevant lab-based equipment such as potentiostats and frequency response analysers
use of large scale (10s kW) test equipment for battery cycling
Interrogation of battery management systems
Experience of:
large-scale li-ion batteries (preferably automotive)
working with high voltage batteries (50v > V > 1200V)
battery logistics & transport
Desirable
Experience of managing a complex project, or multiple projects, as a work package leader, researcher co-investigator or effectively as principal investigator
Strong track record in journal publications which evidence work of international significance
Ability to prepare funding bids and proposals to support new research/business opportunities
Advanced skills in the research aspects of li-ion batteries
Attributes and Behaviour
Supporting other researchers in a team environment, supporting a wider research group with interpreting data, managing competing priorities and developing research skills
High level of analytical and problem-solving capacity
Evidence of development of effective working relationships and exhibiting strong networking skills to support collaboration
Commitment to instilling equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of your work, with a commitment to dignity and respect in the workplace
Demonstrable experience of working in a multidisciplinary team environment and actively supporting the development of a collaborative research culture
Communicates complex information clearly and adapts communication styles to suit the audience
Desirable
Ability to provide leadership to research teams and the potential to mentor junior research colleagues
Experience of supervising undergraduate and postgraduate student projects
The ability to develop key client relationships and industrial links to support collaboration on research projects
The ability to work autonomously
Qualifications:
PhD awarded or in corrections phase in an area of research within energy systems, particularly relating to li-ion battery technology
Good underpinning degree in relevant field of science or engineering
Desirable
Evidence of Continued Professi
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