Assistant Professor (Research Focussed) – Battery Sensing and BMS (110796-1225)

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About The Role

This role provides a unique opportunity for the successful candidate to deliver research in battery cell sensing, BMS development and characterisation, as part of an established and highly successful team, working in collaboration with an established UK industrial automotive partner.

Flexible Working

• We will consider applications for employment on a part-time or other flexible working basis (e.g. job share), despite the position being advertised as full-time.

About You

• PhD (or close to submission) in a relevant subject, and experience of the theory and practice of sensor development, wireless communication and embedded electronics.
• Experience of battery system development including experimental assessment/characterisation of battery technology.
• Excellent communication skills, flexibility and ability to work independently and as part of a research team with diverse skills and backgrounds.
• Undertaken complimentary research or development in one or more of the above areas and able to demonstrate capability through appropriate academic experience.

For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the job description attached as a PDF below.

How to Apply

CLOSING DEADLINE: Wednesday 17 December 2025 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.

What We Offer

• An attractive pension scheme.
• 30 days holiday plus University Christmas closure.
• Generous parental/adoption leave policy.
• Onsite childcare facilities.

We recognise the importance of a healthy work/life balance and offer access to flexible working arrangements.

We are proud to be a Living Wage employer.

Equality, Diversity, & Inclusion

Warwick is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and respectful community where everyone can thrive. We encourage applicants from underrepresented groups to apply.

Safeguarding & DBS

• Roles involving regulated activity are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at the appropriate level.
• The University will ensure that anyone subject to a barring order does not undertake any work with the barred group.
• 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.

Job Description

JD – Assistant Professor (Research Focussed) - Battery Sensing and BMS (110796).pdf – 162KB