Research Fellow, Battery (Degradation) Data Curation and Modelling (111411-0326)

About The Role

Informal Queries

For informal queries, please contact Mona Faraji Niri (Associate Professor) at Mona.faraji-niri@warwick.ac.uk

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.

In WMG, we are undertaking research into how traditional Li-ion battery cell design can be optimised through the application of systems engineering, component modelling and data science. Creating new models and predictive tools to improve battery performance, lifetime and safety.

RaRR is a new project commenced in WMG in October 2025, funded by EPSRC and HVMC, with a focus on second-life battery degradation understanding, especially for micro-mobility systems. It also looks at building the capability of management of large volumes of multimodal data by designing and validating efficient and scalable data collection, curation, usage (e.g. for AI) and sharing strategies applicable to R&D environments such as WMG.

Therefore, the Battery Modelling team in WMG seeks a postdoctoral researcher to develop a data capture, storage and reuse strategy, as well as highly accurate and transferable RUL/SoH models for batteries from segregated sources and varying quality at large scale. The candidate will also lead the validation of the methodology's performance using real data. The ideal candidate blends data analytics and big data management, AI modelling and validation skills, and is comfortable engaging with academia, industry partners, and software teams.

About You

You will need a PhD (or be near submission) in a relevant discipline (could be Electrical/Power/Energy Systems, Control Engineering, Renewable Systems Engineering), along with excellent computing and programming skills in multiple languages and environments. You will also need a problem-solving ability to manage and analyse manufacturing datasets and the ability to publish high-quality academic outputs. You are expected to have proven experience in developing and applying predictive deep-learning models for data-driven analysis and forecasting tasks. Also have familiarity with emerging agentic AI solutions and their potential for autonomous decision-making and intelligent system orchestration. Familiarity with battery-related datasets across multiple scales and data types is preferred, and the ability to design user interfaces and dashboards is expected.

Data Project Specific Responsibilities

• Audit existing data and improve data collection strategies across battery applications to identify gaps and opportunities.
• Define requirements for real, synthetic and multi-modal data collection.
• Establish frameworks for data use beyond RaRR and develop a unified data platform and dashboard.
• Provide best-practice guidelines for data collection, control, and integration into existing activities, protection, safeguards and recovery (examples).

Ai

• Develop a predictive remaining Useful life and state-of-health model based on second-life battery data
• Investigate the transferability of the models between lab and real field data of the project's industrial partner
• Improve Autonomy and AI agency for model maintenance and recalibration

Principal Accountabilities

• Lead/co-author journal papers, conference papers and project reports.
• Work in a collaborative environment with project partners.
• Prepare slides and present at project meetings and international venues.
• Help establish a sound research base within the department to assist the development of research objectives and future proposals for own or joint research.
• Translate knowledge of advances in the subject area into research activity.
• Communicate complex information (orally and in writing) and material of a specialist or highly technical nature.
• Continually update own knowledge and understanding in the field or specialism.

Administration And Other Activities

May be required to attend departmental meetings and to participate (where necessary) in other committees and working groups within the department, the faculty and the University.

Ensure compliance with health and safety in all aspects of work.

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

PhD Status

If you are near submission of your PhD, or have not yet had it conferred, any offers of employment will be made at Research Assistant level, at the highest spinal point of pay grade 5 (£34,610 per annum). Upon receipt of evidence confirming the successful award of your PhD, you will be promoted to Research Fellow, at the lowest spinal point of grade 6 (£35,608 per annum).

About The Department

WMG is the largest department at the University of Warwick with over 800 staff, world-renowned for providing innovative solutions to industry through its research, development and education programmes. Our industry-focused education portfolio includes nearly 3,000 students studying management, technology and applied engineering subjects at postgraduate and undergraduate levels. We have high expectations for our teaching and our courses are regularly ranked top in the UK and amongst the leading courses in their field in the world.

At WMG, we are committed to supporting staff to achieve their potential. We currently hold the Athena SWAN Silver Award, and the University of Warwick holds an Institutional Silver Award: a national initiative that recognises the advancement of gender equality, representation, progression and success for all in academia.

For further information about WMG, please visit our website. For further information on the WMG Centre High Value Manufacturing Catapult, please see our website. Further information about the Energy Innovation Centre can be found here.

We believe there should be no barriers to continuing education, and we strive to ensure that the future workforce has the skills they need to become the UK's upcoming engineers and inventors. Our unique approach to undergraduate education enables full-time students, Higher Apprentices, and full-time employees to gain an engineering degree. Our teaching staff deliver educational programmes not just at Warwick, but internationally, and the knowledge we can leverage from our research excellence enables our students to reach their highest possible standards.

Full details of our range of undergraduate and Degree Apprenticeships can be found here.

About The University

We are a world-leading research-intensive university founded in 1965. We are ranked 74th in the world and 9th in the UK. Additionally, 92% of our research is rated world-leading or internationally excellent. Find out more about us at warwick.ac.uk/about/.

World University Ranking 2026, Complete University Guide 2026 Research Excellence Framework 2021

How to Apply

CLOSING DEADLINE: Sunday 29th March 2026 at 11:55pm (UK Time)

To apply, please click APPLY below and submit your application by the closing deadline. You will be asked to include a CV and cover letter. Within these documents, please:

• Outline your employment and education history (including your most recent employment).
• Outline the reasons for your interest in this position.
• Demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the role with clear reference to each of the essential and desirable criteria in the Job Description (PDF attached below).

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Start Date: 1st May 2026 (to be confirmed)

Applications must be submitted by the closing deadline. Only applications submitted through our Careers Portal will be considered. You are welcome to include any careers breaks you may have taken (e.g. parental/caring/long-term sick leave). Please note that if you do not evidence the essential criteria, the hiring panel may not be able to shortlist your application.

For guidance on how to format a cover letter, see here.

What we Offer

We Provide a Comprehensive Range Of Benefits, Including

• An attractive pension scheme.
• 30 days holiday plus University Christmas closure.
• Generous parental/adoption leave policy.
• Onsite childcare facilities.
• Excellent learning and development opportunities.
• We recognise the importance of a healthy work/life balance and offer access to flexible working arrangements.

For more information, see here.

We are proud to be a Living Wage employer.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Equality, Diversity, & Inclusion

Warwick is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and respectful community where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and communities, and actively encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply. Find out more about our Social Inclusion work at Warwick. Find out more about our awards and accreditations.

We are also one of the six founder institutions of the EUTOPIA European University Alliance.

Safeguarding & DBS

The University of Warwick is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all those we work with. Roles involving regulated activity are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at the appropriate level, in line with the DBS Code of Practice. The University will ensure that anyone subject to a barring order does not undertake any work with the barred group (children and/or adults). 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, not to hiring panels. This ensures fairness and removes bias from the shortlisting process.

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