Research Assistant/Associate in Sustainable Carbon-Based Electrodes for Flow Batteries

Overview

Newcastle University is hiring a full-time Research Assistant or Research Associate to join an Innovate UK-funded feasibility project within the School of Engineering. This initiative investigates the use of waste-derived carbon materials to create high-performance, sustainable electrodes for vanadium redox flow batteries. Working alongside industry partners, the appointed researcher will help advance and commercialize low-cost electrode alternatives, aiming to strengthen the domestic battery supply chain and advance competitiveness in the energy storage sector.

The appointment is based on site and is offered on a fixed-term contract lasting up to 12 months, concluding no later than 31/10/2027. The selected candidate is expected to start as soon as possible. The position may require occasional travel to participate in conferences and engage in meetings with project collaborators.

What you get

The overall salary scale for the position ranges from £34,630 to £41,885 per annum. Specifically, appointment at the Research Assistant level offers between £34,630 and £36,320 per annum, while appointment at the Research Associate level provides £37,369 to £41,885 per annum.

How to apply

Applicants must submit an up-to-date CV alongside a cover letter running to a maximum of two A4 pages. The cover letter should detail how the candidate satisfies the core criteria for the role. Pre-employment checks are required prior to any formal employment offer, and interviews will take place shortly after applications close. Prospective candidates may direct informal questions to the project lead investigator, Professor Anh Phan.

Key dates

The closing date for applications is 2026-11-12.