Research Fellow – Battery Sensing and Metrology

For informal queries, please contact Professor James Marco, Battery Systems at

This role provides a unique opportunity for the successful candidate to undertake scientific research in battery sensing, development, characterisation and modelling. The candidate will work as part of a multidisciplinary, multi‑institutional collaboration funded by the Faraday Institute, alongside academic partners from Imperial College London, Birmingham, Oxford, Southampton, Portsmouth and Bristol.

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 complementary research or development in one or more of the above areas and be able to demonstrate your capability through appropriate academic experience/publication.

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 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 point of grade 6 (£35,608 per annum).

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 such as electrical, thermal, mechanical, safety, control, simulation and manufacturing.

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** 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 education and employment history (including your most recent employment).
• Any other relevant experience (e.g. volunteering, extracurricular, etc.).

• 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.

• Interview Date:
  Week Commencing 16th February 2026
• Start Date:
  
  As soon as possible

• 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.

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JD – Research Fellow – Battery Sensing and Metrology (111277).pdf – 122KB (Opens in a new window).

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