Research Associate​/Fellow

Salary and Reference

Salary £31,387 to £46,485 per annum, depending on skills and experience (minimum £35,608 with relevant PhD). Salary progression beyond this scale is subject to performance.

Reference SCI
1513826

The Research Associate/Fellow will work with the lithium‑sulfur battery team on the Faraday Institution LiStar project, focusing on the development of electrolytes and additives that enable high‑performance batteries. The role involves experimental work, data analysis, and collaboration within the Nottingham Applied Materials and Interfaces Group.

• Almost completed or completed PhD in physical chemistry, synthetic chemistry, electrochemistry, materials chemistry, or a related discipline.
• Strong laboratory skills and experience in electrochemical or materials chemistry.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

This is a full‑time fixed‑term post (36.25 hours per week) available to start straight away, with a term until 1 December 2026 and the possibility of further extension. The School of Chemistry is a Silver Athena SWAN Award holder and is committed to equality of opportunity.

Your application will be considered on an equal basis, subject to the relevant permission to work in the UK as set out by UK Visas & Immigration.