We are seeking a full-time Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Batteries for Aerospace Applications to join Prof Paul Shearing’s research group at the Department of Engineering Science at Begbroke Science Park. The post is funded by Innovate UK and is fixed-term to 30th April 2026.
The CEBD project is an ambitious programme to develop the first category enhanced battery powered eVTOL. The project combines industrial and academic expertise to develop and deliver a zero carbon emission aircraft while also enabling a number of cross cutting research and development activities with the potential to have substantial benefits across the UK aerospace and battery sectors.
The project will be delivered collaboratively by academic and industry researchers providing a pathway to revolutionise zero carbon flight and translate research outcomes to real world impact.
The post holder will be required to carry out research in the area of cell characterisation and safety by examining the thermal and electrical responses of cells and modules in realistic drive cycle scenarios. This activity will link closely with the design of BMS and cooling systems to maximise the safety of the developed propulsion system.
You should possess a doctorate in a relevant engineering or physical science discipline with experience of experimental research in an electrochemical technology.
Informal enquiries may be addressed to Paul Shearing: paul.shearing@eng.ox.ac.uk
For more information about working at the Department, see
www.eng.ox.ac.uk/about/work-with-us/
Only online applications received before midday on Tuesday 29 July 2025 can be considered. You will be required to upload a covering letter/supporting statement, including a brief statement of research interests (describing how past experience and future plans fit with the advertised position), CV and the details of two referees as part of your online application.
The Department holds an Athena Swan Bronze award, highlighting its commitment to promoting women in Science, Engineering and Technology.
Similar Positions
-
Research Assistant/Associate (Based At The Research Complex At Harwell, Oxfordshire), University of Glasgow, United Kingdom, about 2 hours ago
We have an exciting opportunity for a Research Assistant/Associate to join the School of Molecular Biosciences. We are looking for an enthusiastic cell biologist with a strong interest in struct...
-
Research Assistant In T Cell Immunology / Immunotherapeutics , ;, United Kingdom, 28 days ago
This is an exciting and unique opportunity for a talented, curious scientist who wants to make new scientific discoveries in T cell immunology and immunotherapeutics. You will work in the Vyas La...
-
Research Assistant In Cardiovascular Development And Regeneration , ;, United Kingdom, 8 days ago
Fixed term for 12 months, full-time About us: At the Department of Physiology Anatomy & Genetics (DPAG) we undertake discovery science where we reassemble physiological processes at the molecula...
-
Research Assistant , ;, United Kingdom, about 1 month ago
We are seeking to appoint a new Research Assistant to support our growing programme in tumour immunology and liver cancer. As part of this role, you will be responsible for the provision of resear...
-
Research Assistant In Molecular Biology , ;, United Kingdom, 8 days ago
We are seeking to appoint a Research Assistant in Molecular Biology who will be a member of a research group and will support and carry out research on DNA assembly of synthetic genomes. This is a...
-
Senior Research Fellow And Director Of The Cdt In Fundamentals Of Ai , ;, United Kingdom, 11 days ago
Applications are invited for the post of Senior Research Fellow and Director of the EIT CDT in Fundamentals of AI. This is aa permanent faculty post in the Department of Statistics, and the postho...