As part of new ERC Starting Grant funded by UKRI Horizon Europe guarantee focused on development of Operando 4D scanning transmission electron microscopy (STEM) to be employed to study the degradation processes in beyond Li-ion battery systems as well as implementation of Compressed Sensing signal processing technique to minimise electron beam damage during battery cycling. The goal of both of these sub-projects is to make transformative advances in battery imaging development strategies and workflow by using the unique direct visualisation capabilities available at Albert Crewe Centre for Electron Microscopy at University of Liverpool leading to groundbreaking understanding of processes dominating the degradation performances in energy storage systems. You should have a PhD in Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science, or a related field. The post is fixed term and is available until 1 st January 2028. Commitment to Diversity The University of Liverpool is committed to enhancing workforce diversity. We actively seek to attract, develop, and retain colleagues with diverse backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all genders/gender identities, Black, Asian, or Minority Ethnic backgrounds, individuals living with a disability, and members of the LGBTQIA community. If you are still awaiting your PhD to be awarded you will be appointed at Grade 6, spine point 30. Upon written confirmation that you have been awarded your PhD, your salary will be increased to Grade 7, spine point 31. For full details and to apply online, please visit: recruit.liverpool.ac.uk £39,105 to £45,163 per annum