Research Associate in Electrochemistry / Electrocatalysis

Job title:

Research Associate in Electrochemistry / Electrocatalysis

Company

University of Manchester

Job description

A postdoctoral position is available to work on the scale-up of electrocatalytic CO2 reduction. The focus of the second phase of the electrocatalytic work is to move towards electrolyser devices which are suitable for electrochemical reduction of CO2 to C1 and C2 products.A key component of the second phase of the project will study catalyst incorporation in electrolyser systems. The successful candidate will perform characterisation, screening and optimisation of electrocatalytic systems, including performance evaluation in single-cell electrolysers. The appointed person will also investigate electrode morphology on the micro and meso-scales, using a range of characterisation techniques, including scanning electrochemical microscopy.The Prosperity Partnership began in 2021, with its aim being to develop a platform of new sustainable catalyst technologies that will enable clean growth and a low carbon future. The initial phase of this wide collaborative project explored several catalytic approaches to CO2 activation (including homogeneous, heterogeneous, biocatalysis, electrocatalysis and plasma catalysis), whilst employing a range of computational and characterisation techniques to develop a fundamental understanding of catalytic mechanisms for the conversion of small bio-based molecules and CO2 into value added chemical and fuels.Following a recent stage-gate review, the Management team of the Prosperity Partnership have focussed on a smaller number of routes to CO2 activation, one of these being electrocatalytic activation. The goal of the second phase of the electrocatalytic component of the project is to use the lessons learnt in phase 1 of the project, specifically taking the electrocatalysts to the next stage of development.The Department of Chemistry is strongly committed to promoting equality and diversity, including the Athena SWAN Charter for gender equality in higher education. The Department holds a Silver Award which recognises their good practice in relation to gender; including flexible working arrangements, family-friendly policies, and support to allow staff to achieve a good work-life balance. We particularly welcome applications from women for this post. Appointment will always be made on merit. For further information, please visit: http://www.chemistry.manchester.ac.uk/about-us/athena-swan/Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.Any recruitment enquiries from recruitment agencies should be directed to .Any CV’s submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift.Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:Name: Sam CobbEmail: samuel.cobb@manchester.ac.ukGeneral enquiries:Email: People.Recruitment@manchester.ac.ukTechnical support:Email: https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/homeThis vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.

Expected salary

Location

Manchester

Job date

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 01:56:27 GMT

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