Research Associate in 2D Materials based Membranes

Job reference: SAE-027512
Salary: £36,924 per annum
Faculty/Organisational Unit: Science and Engineering
Location: Oxford Road
Employment type: Fixed Term
Division/Team: Department of Chemical Engineering
Hours Per Week: 37.5 hours per week
Closing date (DD/MM/YYYY): 16/12/2024
Contract Duration: 12 months
School/Directorate: School of Engineering

One postdoctoral Research Associate position is available for an outstanding and ambitious materials physicist or Chemical Engineer to undertake research in the field of 2D materials-based membranes. The posts are tenable from 15^th January 2025 for up to 12 months. The successful candidate will join a vibrant team of researchers who have been at the forefront of graphene research since its discovery in 2004. Using our state-of-the-art laboratory, measurement, and microfabrication facilities you will drive forward a new project to investigate mass transport and separation properties of 2D materials-based membranes and capillaries.

The successful candidate will hold, or be about to obtain, a PhD in materials physics/Chemical Engineering or a closely related field. Experience in graphene and related materials synthesis and characterisation, membrane science and technology would be advantageous. You should be well-organised and self-motivated, with excellent communication skills. A strong publication record in internationally peer-reviewed journals is also essential.

Applications addressing the essential and desirable criteria should be made online, including uploading an up-to-date CV.

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

As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.

Our University is positive about flexible working – you can find out more here

Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.

Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.

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Any CVs submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift.

Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:

Name: Prof. Rahul Raveendran Nair

Email: rahul@manchester.ac.uk

General enquiries:

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This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.

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