Research Assistant/associate in Li-ion Battery
1 month ago
**Salary**:
**Research Assistant**: £30,619 to £32,411 per annum
**Research Associate**: £33,348 to £35,308 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**: 25 June 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.
Key Accountabilities
- 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 journals
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 (desirable)
- the battery recycling industry (desirable)
**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 (desirable)
- Interrogation of battery management systems (desirable)
**Experience of**:
- large-scale li-ion batteries (preferably automotive)
- working with high voltage batteries (50v > V > 1200V)
- battery logistics & transport (desirable)
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
**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 Professional Development (CPD)
Newcastle is an inclusive global University community where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. As a University of Sanctuary, we aim to provide a welcoming place of safety for all, offering opportunities to people fleeing violence and persecution.
The University holds a silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our good employment practices for the advancement of gender equality. The University is also a member of the Euraxess initiative supporting researchers in Europe.
**Requisition ID**: 25178
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