Research Assistant/Associate in Emulsion Templating of Battery Materials
Join the NanoManufacturing group to develop architected materials for next-generation Li-ion batteries.
Best for:Best for experimental researchers with a background in physical chemistry, engineering, or materials science and expertise in colloidal self-assembly or battery technology.
Overview
The Department of Engineering at the University of Cambridge is seeking an experimental researcher to join the NanoManufacturing group. The project focuses on creating architected materials using protein-guided assembly within micro-emulsion templates to reduce reliance on critical minerals in battery cathodes and magnets. The successful candidate will develop scalable droplet generation tools, such as membrane emulsification and ink-jet printing, and evaluate these materials in Li-ion battery applications. This role involves close collaboration with research teams in Cambridge, Liverpool, and the Netherlands, offering a highly collaborative and interdisciplinary environment.
What you'll do
- Develop scalable droplet generation tools including membrane emulsification and ink-jet printing.
- Utilize micro-emulsion templates for protein-guided assembly and bio-mineralisation processes.
- Evaluate structured materials for performance in Li-ion battery applications.
- Collaborate with internal and external research partners in Cambridge, Liverpool, and the Netherlands.
- Maintain high standards of research integrity and contribute to a diverse team environment.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in Physical Chemistry, Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field (or close to completion).
Language: English proficiency required for research and collaboration.
Instruction: English
- Experience in experimental research within physical chemistry, engineering, or materials science.
- Proven ability to work with colloidal self-assembly or emulsion-templating techniques.
- Knowledge of Li-ion battery materials and testing.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multi-institutional research environment.
- Must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
- Candidates who have submitted their PhD but not yet received it will be appointed as Research Assistant.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-29
Applications must be submitted through the university's online portal. Applicants should upload a CV, a covering letter, and their two best research papers. Please quote reference NM51354 in all correspondence.
- CV
- Cover letter
- 2 best papers
Contact
Holly Shaw
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