Research Associate in Aggarwal Group

The role

A Postdoctoral Research Associate position is available in the group of Professor Varinder Aggarwal for chemists with research experience in organic synthesis.

What will you be doing?

• Work on autonomous closed loop optimisation of chemical reactions using appropriate software and hardware (we have access to Chemspeed automation).
• Work on multiple projects simultaneously, particularly the design and synthesis of complex molecules, and the development of new synthetic methodology primarily based on organoboron chemistry.
• Work with the principal investigator to design, plan and orchestrate research projects within the team.
• Lead groups of undergraduate and postgraduate students, and less experienced postdoctoral members of the team.
• Organise and chair weekly organic synthesis problem sessions for the team.
• Help with the training and supervision of PhD and final year project students.

You should apply if

• Recent experience in using ML/AI to optimise chemical processes.
• Experience in synthetic organic chemistry.
• Be able to plan and execute experimental work involved in organic syntheses successfully and safely with minimal supervision.
• The ability to analyse and optimise experimental results using fundamental principles of organic chemistry.
• The ability to take accurate and reliable records of work carried out.
• The ability to carry out, interpret and properly record the results of modern spectroscopic techniques, including NMR.
• Familiarity with online database searching e.g. Belstein, Reaxys and SciFinder for use in the selection and planning of experimental work.
• A first degree and PhD (awarded or imminent) in Organic Chemistry or equivalent professional qualification/experience.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to educate, interact effectively with and enthuse postgraduate students and post-doctoral colleagues.

Please see the job description for further details.

Additional information

Contract type: Open ended with funding for 2 years

This advert will close at 23:59 UK time on 31/03/2025

Interviews are anticipated to take place week commencing 07/04/25

For informal queries, please contact: Professor Varinder Aggarwal, Telephone: ++44 (0)117 954 6315 , V.Aggarwal@bristol.ac.uk

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