Research Associate in Instrumentation Development for 2D materials For Photon Detectors

Job title:

Research Associate in Instrumentation Development for 2D materials For Photon Detectors

Company

University of Manchester

Job description

This unique Research Associate position is available for a material scientist to work in a multidisciplinary environment with particle physicists to develop the applications of 2D materials to photon sensors to increase sensitivity to short-wavelength light produced in noble element scintillation.You should have, or be working towards, a PhD or equivalent in materials science, physics, nanotechnology or equivalent. Expertise in 2-D materials fabrication in a clean-room setting is essential. You should be capable of working under your own initiative and leading a small research team, so excellent communication and organisation skills are also required.You will design, develop and implement 2-D materials such as graphene or metasurfaces for applications to photon sensors to increase their sensitivity to short, vacuum ultraviolet, wavelengths. You will work predominantly in the clean rooms of the National Graphene Institute and in the Particle Physics Group laboratory in the Department of Physics and Astronomy.What you will get in return:

• Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
• Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
• Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
• Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
• Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers

The Department of Physics and Astronomy is committed to promoting Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Access through contributing to the University’s social responsibility agenda, demonstrating a commitment to its policies, activities and delivery of initiatives including the Athena SWAN charter for promoting women’s careers in STEMM subjects (science, technology, engineering, mathematics and medicine) in higher education. The Department has held JUNO Champion status since 2016 for its commitment to achieving gender equality which positively promotes inclusivity for all.Our University is positive about flexible working – you can find out moreHybrid 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: Elena GramelliniEmail: elena.gramellini@manchester.ac.ukGeneral enquiries:Email:Technical support:This 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 Jun 2024 07:34:48 GMT

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