Job Specifications
About The Role
Informal Queries
For informal queries, please contact Professor Peter Gammon at p.m.gammon@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.
This is a full-time, fixed-term contract for 2 years and 6 months, ending no later than 31 March 2029.
We are seeking to appoint a Research Fellow to contribute to the REWIRE Innovation and Knowledge Centre (IKC) project, led by Professor Peter Gammon.
The role involves undertaking research and development in the fabrication of silicon carbide (SiC) power devices within a major EPSRC and Innovate UK funded collaboration between the Universities of Warwick, Bristol and Cambridge, alongside more than 30 industry partners.
The postholder will support the delivery of project objectives all connected to the development of cutting edge SiC power devices, working closely with the Principal Investigator and project collaborators to ensure successful execution of the programme.
The successful candidate will also contribute to the wider activities of the department, helping to strengthen its research profile and reputation both internally and externally.
The post is based at the University of Warwick PEATER Group in the School of Engineering, and will involve travel to project partners based in Bristol and Cambridge Universities.
This is an excellent opportunity for a researcher with experience in cleanroom power device fabrication to further develop their expertise within a high-profile, collaborative research environment.
About You
You will hold a good honours degree (minimum 2:1) in a relevant subject and have completed, or be close to completing, a PhD in a related discipline.
You will have a developing research profile with the ability to publish and/or produce high quality research output.
You will bring strong specialist knowledge in silicon carbide (SiC) power devices or a closely related field. Hands-on experience of semiconductor device processing in a cleanroom environment, electrical characterisation (I–V, C–V, switching) and physical characterisation techniques (such as TEM, SEM, AFM) are essential.
You will be able to work both independently and collaboratively, contributing effectively within multidisciplinary academic and industry-facing teams.
Strong organisational and time management skills are important, as is the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
You will demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to write high-quality technical papers and deliver presentations in clear, fluent English.
A willingness to contribute positively to the wider life of the School and to support a collegial and inclusive working environment is also expected
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
The University aims to promote work life balance for all employees and the School of Engineering will consider a range of possible flexible working arrangements in order to recruit the best candidate.
The School of Engineering is committed to the principles of the Athena SWAN Charter, which recognises work undertaken to address gender equality, representation and progression for all staff working in an academic environment. The School currently holds the Athena SWAN Gold award and the University holds an Institutional Silver award. Further information about the work of the School in relation to Athena SWAN can be found at the following link; Athena SWAN - School of Engineering - University of Warwick
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/.
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Research Excellence Framework 2021
How to Apply
CLOSING DEADLINE: Tuesday 24th March 2026 at 11:55pm (UK Time)
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