Postdoctoral Research Associate in Cheminformatics - Grade 7

A Postdoctoral Research Associate position is available in the group of Royal Society Research Professor A. I. Cooper FRS (Fellow of the Royal Society) to work on the intersection of cheminformatics and automation, focusing on using computational tools to support our activities in automated chemistry.

You will be an ambitious individual motivated to push the boundaries of materials chemistry, supramolecular chemistry and catalysis by creating and implementing computational and automated synthetic methods. You should have a PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Cheminformatics, Computational Chemistry, Bioinformatics, or a related field. An ideal candidate for this post should have a strong blend of expertise in chemistry, computational science, and data analysis. Previous experience with experimental organic chemistry, materials chemistry, or supramolecular chemistry would be an advantage.

The main criteria for appointment will be skills, motivation, and a passion for the concept of autonomous research using robots fused with computation rather than a narrower view of publication record. This post would be ideal for a curious scientist who enjoys teamwork, maintains an up-to-date knowledge of their field, and is keen on sharing knowledge and training other group members.

The project will be supervised by Professor Andrew Cooper FRS and it will be based in the Materials Innovation Factory and the Autonomous Chemistry Laboratory. You will have the opportunity to work in a unique field and gain experience that could help to launch a career either in academia or in industry.

The post is available for 2 years.

Informal enquiries to Dr. Zuzana Oriou (z.oriou@liverpool.ac.uk).

Commitment to Diversity

The University of Liverpool is committed to enhancing workforce diversity. We actively seek to attract, develop, and retain colleagues with diverse backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all genders/gender identities, Black, Asian, or Minority Ethnic backgrounds, individuals living with a disability, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.

If you are still awaiting your PhD to be awarded you will be appointed at Grade 6, spine point 30. Upon written confirmation that you have been awarded your PhD, your salary will be increased to Grade 7, spine point 31.

For full details and to apply online, please visit: recruit.liverpool.ac.uk

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