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Postdoctoral Research Associate in Lithium-ion Battery Modelling at Imperial College London Imperial College London in United Kingdom

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Postdoc

Field of study

Chemical Engineering

Funding

The position is funded as a Research Associate role, likely offering a competitive salary and benefits as per Imperial College London standards. Specific stipend or salary details are not mentioned. Funding is provided through The Faraday Institution’s Multi-Scale Modelling project.

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Expired

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Imperial College London

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Keywords

Chemical Engineering
Materials Science
Energy Storage
Electrochemistry
Python Programming
Multiscale Modeling
Lithium-ion Batteries
Process Safety

About this position

Imperial College London’s Dyson School of Design Engineering is seeking a Research Associate to join the team working on lithium-ion battery modelling. This postdoctoral opportunity is part of The Faraday Institution’s Multi-Scale Modelling project, focusing on the development of advanced models for cathode degradation, electrolyte decomposition, and safety-critical processes in lithium-ion batteries. The successful candidate will contribute to the open-source PyBaMM Python-based battery modelling framework, advancing its predictive capabilities by implementing new physics and degradation sub-models.

The research group, led by Reader (Associate Professor) Billy Wu, is internationally recognized for its work in electrochemical engineering and energy storage. The position offers the chance to work at the forefront of battery research, collaborating with leading scientists and contributing to the future of energy storage technologies. The role is ideal for candidates with a background in chemical engineering, materials science, or electrochemistry, and who have experience in computational modelling and Python programming.

Applicants should hold a PhD or equivalent experience in a relevant field and demonstrate strong research and collaborative skills. The position is funded through The Faraday Institution, with salary and benefits in line with Imperial College London’s standards. The application deadline is 23 March 2026. For more information and to apply, visit the official job posting linked above.

Funding details

The position is funded as a Research Associate role, likely offering a competitive salary and benefits as per Imperial College London standards. Specific stipend or salary details are not mentioned. Funding is provided through The Faraday Institution’s Multi-Scale Modelling project.

What's required

Applicants should have a PhD (or equivalent experience) in chemical engineering, materials science, electrochemistry, or a related field. Experience in battery modelling, electrochemical systems, and proficiency in Python programming are highly desirable. Candidates should demonstrate strong research skills and the ability to contribute to collaborative projects.

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Reader (Associate Professor) in Electrochemical Design Engineering

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Materials Chemistry

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Lithium-ion Batteries

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Electrochemistry