Research Associate/Fellow (Fixed term)

14 Jun 2023
Job Information

Organisation/Company

University of Nottingham

Research Field

Chemistry » Inorganic chemistry
Chemistry » Other
Computer science » Programming

Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)

Country

United Kingdom

Application Deadline

10 Jul 2023 – 22:59 (UTC)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Hours Per Week

36.25

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description
Chemistry

Location:  University Park 

Salary:  £29,762 to £44,414 per annum, depending on skills and experience (minimum £33348 with relevant PhD). Salary progression beyond this scale is subject to performance 

Closing Date:  Monday 10 July 2023 

Reference:  SCI219523

We are seeking to appoint a motivated scientist with wide experience of solid-state materials as a postdoctoral research associate to investigate charge doping of metal-organic frameworks, working within the research group of Dr Matthew Cliffe at the School of Chemistry University of Nottingham (https://cliffe.nottingham.ac.uk ). This position is part of the DISCO-MOF UKRI Frontier Grant (ERC Guarantee) project.

The post holder is expected to synthesise non-stoichiometric radical metal-organic frameworks and characterise their structures and magnetic properties using bulk property and scattering methods.

A PhD (or close to completion) in Chemistry or related field with demonstrated excellence in the experimental study of inorganic solid-state materials is essential.

We welcome applications from candidates who can demonstrate that they will benefit from and contribute to the learning, research and social environment of the University. We value diversity and are committed to equality of opportunity and flexible working patterns. Applications are welcome from candidates who have non-traditional academic backgrounds.

As part of your application, please submit a CV, publication list and cover letter.

This is a full-time (36.25), fixed-term post for 36 months.

Requests for secondment from internal candidates may be considered on the basis that prior agreement has been sought from both your current line manager and the manager of your substantive post, if you are already undertaking a secondment role.

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Dr Matthew Cliffe, email [email protected] . Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

Further details:

• Job Description/Role Profile

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Please note that applicants for this post will be considered on an equal basis, subject to the relevant permission to work in the UK as defined by the requirements set out by UK Visas & Immigration.  Please visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-visas-and-immigration for more information.

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Requirements

Research Field

Chemistry

Years of Research Experience

4 – 10

Research Field

Chemistry

Years of Research Experience

4 – 10

Research Field

Computer science

Years of Research Experience

4 – 10

Additional Information

Website for additional job details

https://academicpositions.com

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

University of Nottingham

Country

United Kingdom

City

Nottingham

Postal Code

NG7 2RD

Street

University Park

Where to apply

Website

https://academicpositions.com/ad/university-of-nottingham/2023/research-associa…

Contact

City

Nottingham

Website

http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/

Postal Code

NG7 2RD

STATUS: EXPIRED