Location
University of Warwick Campus, Coventry
Department
WMG
Position Type
Fixed Term
Duration
Fixed-term contract until 31st March 2030
Salary
£35,608 to £46,049 per annum
About the Role
Informal Queries
* For informal queries, please contact Professor James Marco, Battery Systems at James.marco @ warwick.ac.uk
This role provides a unique opportunity for the successful candidate to undertake scientific research in battery sensing, development, characterisation and modelling.
The successful candidate will work as part of a multidisciplinary, multi-institutional, collaboration funded by the Faraday Institution. Academic partners in the project include Imperial College, London and the universities of Birmingham, Oxford, Southampton, Portsmouth, Bristol.
About You
You will need a PhD in a relevant subject, and experience of the theory and practice of sensor development, battery modelling and testing.
You will ideally have experience of battery development including the experimental assessment / characterisation of battery and/or novel sensing technologies.
You will have excellent communication skills, be flexible, and be able to work independently and as part of a research team with diverse skills and backgrounds.
You will have undertaken complimentary research or development in one or more of the above areas and be able to demonstrate your capability through appropriate academic experience/ publication.
For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the job description attached as a PDF below.
PhD Status
If you are near submission of your PhD, or have not yet had it conferred, any offers of employment will be made at Research Assistant level, at the highest spinal point of pay grade 5 (£34,610 per annum).
Upon receipt of evidence confirming the successful award of your PhD, you will be promoted to Research Fellow, at the lowest spinal point of grade 6 (£35,608 per annum).
About the Department
The WMG Battery Systems Group combines academics and engineers with industrial experience to address significant challenges of cell manufacture and integration into battery systems across a wide range of applications, including e-mobility, automotive, aerospace, rail, marine and stationary storage. Activities encompass disciplines including electrical, thermal, mechanical, safety, control, simulation and manufacturing.
We are globally recognised for our world-class research, innovative industry partnerships, and teaching excellence, and we are proud holders of the Athena SWAN Silver Award and the Institutional Silver Award.
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Find out more about our range of undergraduate and apprenticeship degrees here .
About the University
We are a world-leading research-intensive university founded in 1965. We are ranked 106 th in the world and 8th in the UK. * Additionally, 92% of our research is rated world-leading or internationally excellent .**
Find out more about us at warwick.ac.uk/ about/ .
* World University Ranking 2024, Guardian University Guide 2025
** Research Excellence Framework 2021
How to Apply
CLOSING DEADLINE: Tuesday 17th February 2026 at 11:55pm (UK Time)
To apply, please click "Apply" below and submit an application form by the closing deadline. You will be asked to include a CV and a cover letter.
Your CV should include:
* Your education and employment history (including your most recent employment).
* Any other relevant experience (e.g. volunteering, extracurricular, etc.).
Your cover letter should explain:
* Your motivations for applying to the role.
* Using examples, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria detailed in the job description (PDF attached below).
All essential criteria must be met by candidates who are invited to interview.
For guidance on writing a cover letter, see here .
* Interview Date: Week Commencing 16th February 2026
* Start Date: As soon as possible
Please note a pplication forms must be submitted before the stated deadline - you will not be able to submit after 23:55 (even if you opened the form earlier). Only applications submitted via our official careers portal (warwick-careers.tal.net) will be considered.
What we Offer
We provide a comprehensive range of benefits, including:
* An attractive pension scheme.
* 30 days holiday plus University Christmas closure.
* Generous parental/adoption leave policy.
* Onsite childcare facilities.
* Excellent learning and development opportunities.
We recognise the importance of a healthy work/life balance and offer access to flexible working arrangements. For more information, see here .
We are proud to be a Living Wage employer .
Our Commitment to Inclusion
Equality, Diversity, & Inclusion
Warwick is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and respectful community where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and communities, and actively encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.
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We are also one of the six founder institutions of the EUTOPIA European University Alliance .
Safeguarding & DBS
The University of Warwick is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all those we work with.
* Roles involving regulated activity are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at the appropriate level, in line with the DBS Code of Practice.
* The University will ensure that anyone subject to a barring order does not undertake any work with the barred group (children and/or adults).
* All employees, volunteers, and partners are expected to share our commitment to safeguarding.
Rehabilitation of Ex-Offenders
The University will not discriminate against applicants who make a disclosure relating to a conviction.
Disclosures at application stage are only visible to the DBS team, not to hiring panels. This ensures fairness and removes bias from the shortlisting process.
Job Description
JD - Research Fellow - Battery Sensing and Metrology (111277).pdf - 122KB
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