Research Associate in Battery Characterisation (Imperial College London Department of Materials)

Job summary Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Research Associate position to use characterisation techniques to investigate zero-excess Li metal cells (a.k.a. “anode-free” or “anode-less”) as a part of the Faraday Institution Battery Degradation Programme. The focus of this research project is to use in situ, operando, and other characterisation techniques such as time-of-flight secondary ion mass spectroscopy (ToF-SIMS), X-ray... Job listing information Reference ENG02451 Date posted 11 January 2023 Closing date 10 February 2023 Key information about the role Location South Kensington Campus - On site only Position type Full time, fixed term Salary £38,194 – £50,834 plus benefits Department Department of Materials Category Researcher / Non Clinical Researcher Job description Job summary Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Research Associate position to use characterisation techniques to investigate zero-excess Li metal cells (a.k.a. “anode-free” or “anode-less”) as a part of the Faraday Institution Battery Degradation Programme. The focus of this research project is to use in situ, operando, and other characterisation techniques such as time-of-flight secondary ion mass spectroscopy (ToF-SIMS), X-ray scattering, X-ray tomography, etc. to study battery degradation. Rechargeable batteries are of significant interest to a wide range of industries such as electric transportation, and investigating their degradation is important. Duties and responsibilities Key Responsibilities Research Duties: Using characterisation techniques such as ToF-SIMS, X-ray scattering, X-ray tomography, etc. to investigate zero-excess Li metal cells (a.k.a. “anode-free” or “anode-less”). Characterisation of SEI layers on anode-less substrates, and physical properties (thickness, Young’s modulus, etc.) of the SEI layers. Perform both experimental and computational research activities. Preparation of high quality research papers in English for international scientific literature. Communicate research findings and methodologies with members of the group. Contribute ideas for new research projects. Recording progress in hard drives according to standard practice. Preparation and delivery of presentations to the wider scientific team. Act as a source of information and advice to other members of the group on characterisation and other relevant research areas. Assist the other research staff in the day-to-day management of the research group. Other Duties: To undertake any necessary training and/or development. To undertake appropriate administration tasks. Essential requirements Candidates/post holders will be expected to demonstrate the following: Research Associate: Hold a PhD (or equivalent) in chemistry, materials science, physical chemistry, chemical engineering or relevant science and engineering discipline. Research Assistant: Near completion of a PhD (or equivalent) in chemistry, materials science, physical chemistry, chemical engineering or relevant science and engineering discipline. Research experience (e.g. characterisation, assembly, testing, etc.) in zero-excess Li metal cells (a.k.a. “anode-free” or “anode-less”) Hands-on experience of using characterisation techniques such as ToF-SIMS, X-ray scattering, X-ray tomography, etc. to characterise battery properties Hands-on experience in using and developing in situ and operando characterisation techniques Hands-on experience of using characterisation techniques to characterise SEI (e.g. physical properties, thickness, Young’s modulus, etc.) Research experience of developing methods to reduce battery degradation Research experience and output in both experimental and computational activities A strong publication record, commensurate with experience, in peer-reviewed journals Well-organised and self-motivated with the ability to manage the day-to-day running of a research project, to identify research objectives and to carry out appropriate research activities within a given timescale Ability to work with the other members of the group and communicating findings and methodologies Ability to contribute ideas for new research projects Experience of interactions with commercial sponsors, etc. Further information *Candidates who have not yet been officially awarded their PhD will be appointed as Research Assistant within the salary range £38,194 - £41,388 per annum. Additional information please contact: Dr Ann Huang, a.huang@imperial.ac.uk Guidance may be sought from Darakshan Khan (d.khan@imperial.ac.uk). Technical issues, please contact: support.jobs@imperial.ac.uk If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Engineeroxy

Job summary

Job listing information

Reference ENG02451
Date posted 11 January 2023
Closing date 10 February 2023

Key information about the role

Location South Kensington Campus - On site only
Position type Full time, fixed term
Salary £38,194 – £50,834 plus benefits
Department Department of Materials
Category Researcher / Non Clinical Researcher

Job description

Job summary

Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Research Associate position to use characterisation techniques to investigate zero-excess Li metal cells (a.k.a. “anode-free” or “anode-less”) as a part of the Faraday Institution Battery Degradation Programme. The focus of this research project is to use in situ, operando, and other characterisation techniques such as time-of-flight secondary ion mass spectroscopy (ToF-SIMS), X-ray scattering, X-ray tomography, etc. to study battery degradation. Rechargeable batteries are of significant interest to a wide range of industries such as electric transportation, and investigating their degradation is important.

Duties and responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Research Duties:

Using characterisation techniques such as ToF-SIMS, X-ray scattering, X-ray tomography, etc. to investigate zero-excess Li metal cells (a.k.a. “anode-free” or “anode-less”).

Characterisation of SEI layers on anode-less substrates, and physical properties (thickness, Young’s modulus, etc.) of the SEI layers.

Perform both experimental and computational research activities.

Preparation of high quality research papers in English for international scientific literature.

Communicate research findings and methodologies with members of the group.

Contribute ideas for new research projects.

Recording progress in hard drives according to standard practice.

Preparation and delivery of presentations to the wider scientific team.

Act as a source of information and advice to other members of the group on characterisation and other relevant research areas.

Assist the other research staff in the day-to-day management of the research group.

Other Duties:

To undertake any necessary training and/or development.

To undertake appropriate administration tasks.

Essential requirements

Candidates/post holders will be expected to demonstrate the following:

Research Associate: Hold a PhD (or equivalent) in chemistry, materials science, physical chemistry, chemical engineering or relevant science and engineering discipline.
Research Assistant: Near completion of a PhD (or equivalent) in chemistry, materials science, physical chemistry, chemical engineering or relevant science and engineering discipline.
Research experience (e.g. characterisation, assembly, testing, etc.) in zero-excess Li metal cells (a.k.a. “anode-free” or “anode-less”)
Hands-on experience of using characterisation techniques such as ToF-SIMS, X-ray scattering, X-ray tomography, etc. to characterise battery properties
Hands-on experience in using and developing in situ and operando characterisation techniques
Hands-on experience of using characterisation techniques to characterise SEI (e.g. physical properties, thickness, Young’s modulus, etc.)
Research experience of developing methods to reduce battery degradation
Research experience and output in both experimental and computational activities
A strong publication record, commensurate with experience, in peer-reviewed journals
Well-organised and self-motivated with the ability to manage the day-to-day running of a research project, to identify research objectives and to carry out appropriate research activities within a given timescale
Ability to work with the other members of the group and communicating findings and methodologies
Ability to contribute ideas for new research projects
Experience of interactions with commercial sponsors, etc.

Further information

*Candidates who have not yet been officially awarded their PhD will be appointed as Research Assistant within the salary range £38,194 - £41,388 per annum.

Additional information please contact: Dr Ann Huang, a.huang@imperial.ac.uk

Guidance may be sought from Darakshan Khan (d.khan@imperial.ac.uk).

Technical issues, please contact: support.jobs@imperial.ac.uk

If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Engineeroxy

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