A position exists for a Research Associate to work on batteries and super capacitors based on graphene and related materials, as part of the European Graphene Flagship. The research associate will be based at the Cambridge Graphene Centre and will be expected to spend significant part of their time at the Department of Chemistry of the University of Cambridge, under the supervision of Prof. Clare Grey, member of the management group of the Cambridge Graphene Centre and leader of the energy-related activities.
The aim is to develop flexible versions of energy storage technologies focusing on batteries, super-capacitors and hybrids of the two. An emphasis will be given to printable energy solutions, targeting the technology readiness levels required for industrial uptake. Devices will be prepared, optimised for high power and, under appropriate conditions, high energy density.
Successful candidates will have a PhD in Chemistry, Physics, Material Science, Nanotechnology or Electrical Engineering. Preference will be given to candidates with proven expertise in batteries and/or super capacitors design, characterisation and testing, as demonstrated by a first class track record of publications in major journals. Candidates who do not have extensive experience in either batteries and/or super capacitors or in the use of NMR spectroscopy to characterise electrochemical systems will not be considered. Prior experience on energy applications of graphene, layered materials and hybrid systems is essential. A solid understanding of the physics and chemistry of graphene and related materials is required, as well as Raman spectroscopy.
Experience in handing collaborations within EU projects, including reporting and attendance to project meetings is also essential. The candidate will also have the ability continually update knowledge in the specialist area and engage in continuous professional development; have experience of managing own workload.
Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 24 months in the first instance.
Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a health assessment.
To apply online for this vacancy, please click on the 'Apply' button below. This will route you to the University's Web Recruitment System, where you will need to register an account (if you have not already) and log in before completing the online application form.
Please ensure that you upload your Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a covering letter in the Upload section of the online application. If you upload any additional documents which have not been requested, we will not be able to consider these as part of your application. Please submit your application by midnight on the closing date.
If you have any questions about this vacancy please contact Prof. A C Ferrari (acf26@eng.cam.ac.uk) or Prof. Clare Grey at cpg27@cam.ac uk. If you have any questions about the application process, please contact the Cambridge Graphene Centre administrator (admin@graphene.cam.ac.uk).
Please quote reference NM04467 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
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