Research Associate in Supramolecular Photochemistry

Job title:

Research Associate in Supramolecular Photochemistry

Company

Cardiff University

Job description

School / DirectorateCardiff School of ChemistryAdvertResearch Associate in Supramolecular Photochemistry
Cardiff School of Chemistry
Cardiff UniversityWe seek to recruit an enthusiastic, highly motivated scientist with proven intellectual and technical abilities to work on a project at the interface of synthetic chemistry and supramolecular photochemistry. The 1-year project is funded by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council.The project involves the design and synthesis of organic chromophores with long-lived and energetic excited states, with an emphasis on modulating their photo-induced properties by non-covalent interactions. Exquisite supramolecular control of the weak and dynamic interactions offers great potential to boost photochemical efficiency, minimising the need for lengthy covalent structural modification. It also allows the elucidation of fundamental excited-state dynamics through perturbative analyses. The applicant will take simultaneously the synthetic, spectroscopic, and computational approaches to control and analyse the structure and environment of the light-absorbing chromophores. A deep understanding of the structural and supramolecular parameters will expand the toolbox for solar-energy utilisation.Applicants must hold a postgraduate degree at the PhD level in synthetic chemistry, photochemistry, or supramolecular chemistry or have relevant industrial experience.Further information is available at the following group webpages:
Dr Yi-Lin Wu:For informal enquiries about the role and the Cardiff School of Chemistry, please contact Dr Yi-Lin Wu (e-mail wuyl@cardiff.ac.uk; Tel. +44(0)29 2087 5841.For further details about working at Cardiff University, please contact: Ms Caroline Pasmore (ChemyHR@cardiff.ac.uk; Tel. +44 (0)29 2087 4073).This position is full time (35 hours per week) and is available from immediately for 1 year.To work for an employer that values and promotes equality of opportunity, please visit www.cardiff.ac.uk/jobs and search for vacancy number: 18881BR.Salary: £39,347 – £44,263 per annum (Grade 6). It is not anticipated that an appointment be made above £39,347 (Grade 6.32).Important note: It is the University’s policy to use the person specification as a key tool for short-listing. Candidates should evidence that they meet ALL of the essential criteria as well as, where relevant, the desirable. As part of the application process you will be asked to provide this evidence via a supporting statement. Please ensure that the evidence you are providing corresponds with the numbered criteria outlined below. Your application will be considered based on the information you provide under each element.When attaching the supporting statement to your application profile, please ensure that you name it with the vacancy reference number, e.g. Supporting Statement for 18881BR.Date advert posted: Tuesday, 09 July 2024
Closing date: Tuesday, 06 August 2024Please be aware that Cardiff University reserves the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient applications be received.Cardiff University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and to creating an inclusive working environment. We believe this can be achieved through attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse range of staff from many different backgrounds. We therefore welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of sex, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, trans identity, relationship status, religion or belief, caring responsibilities, or age. In supporting our employees to achieve a balance between their work and their personal lives, we will also consider proposals for flexible working or job share arrangements.Applications may be submitted in Welsh, and an application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.Cardiff University is a signatory to the San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment (DORA), which means that in hiring and promotion decisions we will evaluate applicants on the quality of their research, not publication metrics or the identity of the journal in which the research is published. More information is available at:Post Reference Number18881BRJob DescriptionMain functionTo conduct research within supramolecular photochemistry and contribute to the overall research performance of the School and University, carrying out research leading to the publishing of high-quality research. To pursue excellence in research and to inspire others to do the same.Main Duties and Responsibilities
Research

• To conduct research within supramolecular photochemistry and contribute to the overall research performance of the School and University by the production of measurable outputs including bidding for funding, publishing in national academic journals and conferences, and the recruitment and supervision of postgraduate research students.
• To develop research objectives and proposals for own or joint research including research funding proposals.
• To attend and or present at conferences/seminars at a local and national level as required.
• To undertake administrative tasks associated with the research project, including the planning and organisation of the project and the implementation of procedures required to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
• To prepare research ethics and research governance applications as appropriate.
• To review and synthesise existing research literature within the field.
• To participate in School research activities.
• To build and create networks both internally and externally to the university, to influence decisions, explore future research requirements, and share research ideas for the benefit of research projects.

Other

• To engage effectively with industrial, commercial and public sector organisations, professional institutions, other academic institutions etc., regionally and nationally to raise awareness of the School’s profile, to cultivate strategically valuable alliances, and to pursue opportunities for collaboration across a range of activities. These activities are expected to contribute to the School and the enhancement of its regional and national profile.
• To undergo personal and professional development that is appropriate to and which will enhance performance.
• To participate in School administration and activities to promote the School and its work to the wider University and the outside world.
• To abide by the University policies on Health and Safety and Equality, Diversity & Inclusion.
• Any other duties not included above, but consistent with the role.

Salary Range Max.44,263GradeGrade 6Salary Range Min.39,347Job CategoryAcademic – ResearchAdditional InformationProject DescriptionThis project aims to develop an innovative and generalisable molecular design to create heavy-atom-free, organic photosensitisers. The resultant materials will possess ample energy with a long lifetime in their excited state to efficiently transform sustainable solar radiation into electric or chemical energy.This project will deliver a wide selection of easily accessible and environmentally benign photosensitisers with tailor-made excited-state properties to complement or replace the commonly used ones based on scarce metal complexes. The detailed mechanistic study will unravel the critical structural features required to perfect the energy conversion efficiency in terms of the thermodynamic and kinetic considerations and eventually enhance our ability in controlling electron-spin for chemical and physical processes.Career PathwayResearchPerson SpecificationPerson SpecificationEssential CriteriaQualifications and Education1. Postgraduate degree at PhD level (or nearing completion / submission) in synthetic chemistry, photochemistry, supramolecular chemistry, or relevant industrial experience.Knowledge, Skills and Experience2. Established expertise and proven portfolio of research and/or relevant industrial experience within the following research fields:i. Chemical and photochemical molecular synthesis.
ii. Analytical electrochemistry .
iii. Photophysical characterisation.3. Knowledge of current status of research in optoelectronic materials, luminescent materials, and time-resolved spectroscopy.4. Proven ability to publish in international journals and present at national/international conferences5. Proven ability to be successful in competitive research funding or knowledge and understanding of competitive research funding to be able to develop applications to funding bodiesCommunication and Team Working6. Proven ability in effective and persuasive communication.7. Ability to supervise the work of others to focus team efforts and motivate individuals.Other8. Proven ability to demonstrate creativity, innovation and team-working within work.9. Proven ability to work without close supervision.Desirable Criteria10. Relevant professional qualification(s) – no requirement, but experience in teaching is welcome.11. Evidence of collaborations with industry.12. Proven ability to adapt to the changing requirements of the Higher Education community.13. Evidence of ability to participate in and develop both internal and external networks and utilise them to enhance the research activities of the School.

Expected salary

£39347 – 44263 per year

Location

United Kingdom

Job date

Thu, 11 Jul 2024 03:52:21 GMT

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