Research Fellow - AR2990DM

Start date: 1 July 2024 Fixed Term: 36 months

Applications are sought for a committed Post-doctoral Research Fellow to work with Professor Finlay Morrison conducting research for a Leverhulme Trust funded project entitled "Improper Ferroelectric Domain Microstructures for Agile Nanoelectronics".

The project will explore a new family of hexagonal tungsten bronze ferroelectrics with complex domain wall configurations. This will involve investigation of the role of composition on the form and function of domain walls. The research will include aspects of solid-state synthesis and structural analysis using powder diffraction but with primary focus on detailed electrical property characterisation of both bulk behaviour and local domain wall functionality using piezoresponse and conducting atomic force microscopies.

Candidates should have a PhD in solid-state chemistry, materials science or condensed matter physics (or closely related area) with a strong track record in physical property measurements of ferroelectrics using piezoresponse force microscopy. Previous experience in materials synthesis is advantageous, but not essential.

The post is available for 36 months starting 1st July 2024 or thereafter (flexible start date).

Employees of the University have access to a wide range of staff benefits including:

• Annual leave of 34 days, plus 5 public holidays
• Membership of the USS Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions
• Staff discount scheme for local and national goods and services
• Free staff parking, employee Carshare and Cycle to Work Schemes and subsidised local bus travel
• Subsidised sports membership, reduced tuition fees on degree programmes for staff/children of staff, access to library facilities, salary sacrifice scheme and a range of wellbeing initiatives
• A range of wellbeing initiatives including membership of Peppy, a health application that connects staff to expert practitioners and personalized support on health matters

Further details of the project can be obtained by contacting Professor Finlay Morrison (finlay.morrison@st-andrews.ac.uk). 

Applications are particularly welcome from suitably qualified candidates from groups with protected characteristics and who are under-represented in research posts at the University.

Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of the St Andrews experience. We strive to create a fair and inclusive culture demonstrated through our commitment to diversity awards (Athena Swan, Carer Positive, LGBT Charter, Race Charters and Stonewall). We celebrate diversity by promoting profiles of BAME, LGBTIQ+ staff and supporting networks including the Staff BAME Network; Staff with Disabilities Network; Staff LGBTIQ+ Network; and the Staff Parents & Carers Network. Full details available online: https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/hr/edi/

Closing date: 3 June 2024

Please quote ref: AR2990DM

Further particulars: AR2990DM FPs.doc

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