Postdoctoral Research Associate

Job title:

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Company:

University of Edinburgh

Job description

Job Category: AcademicJob Description:UE07 £40,497 – £48,149 per annumCollege of Science & Engineering, School of ChemistryFixed term: up to 36 monthsFull time: 35 hours per weekPost available from 01/07/2025The School of Chemistry are looking for an exceptional researcher to spearhead a project whose aims are to build and characterise high symmetry, spin frustrated, molecular (0D) cages of paramagnetic 3d transition metal ions / 4f lanthanide metal ions with structures conforming to Archimedean and Keplerate polyhedra using a range of pre-designed (e.g. calix[n]arene) building blocks.The Opportunity:We are seeking a postdoctoral research associate (PDRA) with expertise in synthetic coordination chemistry and molecular magnetism. The postholder will combine in/organic synthesis, single crystal and powder X-ray diffraction, magnetometry and neutron scattering to characterise novel molecular magnets with a view to developing magneto-structural correlations and discovering and understanding novel magnetic phenomena. This is an exciting opportunity to join a successful, inter-disciplinary team ( ) with access to a wide range of world class facilities for synthesising and characterising new molecule-based magnetic materials. The work will be undertaken in collaboration with Prof. Chris Stock ( ) and Prof. Scott Dalgarno ( ). In addition to offering the chance to develop new skills in cross-disciplinary techniques and pursue cutting-edge research, there will be opportunities to develop creativity and management skills.Your skills and attributes for success:

• Expertise in synthetic inorganic (and organic) chemistry
• Expertise in X-ray crystallography, magnetism and an interest in neutron scattering
• Interest and enthusiasm to work in the field of molecular magnetism
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills

Click for a copy of the full job descriptionPlease ensure you include the following documents in your application:– CV– Cover letterAs a valued member of our team, you can expect:

• A competitive salary
• An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
• To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community.
• Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options. Check out the full list on our

(opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefits.Championing equality, diversity and inclusionThe University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.Prior to any employment commencing with the University you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our (opens new browser tab).The University is able to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. If successful, an international applicant requiring sponsorship to work in the UK will need to satisfy the UK Home Office’s English Language requirements and apply for and secure a Skilled Worker Visa.Key dates to noteThe closing date for applications is 26 May 2025Unless stated otherwise the closing time for applications is 11:59pm GMT. If you are applying outside the UK the closing time on our adverts automatically adjusts to your browsers local time zone.Interviews dates TBCAbout Us: As a world-leading research-intensive University, we are here to address tomorrow’s greatest challenges. Between now and 2030 we will do that with a values-led approach to teaching, research and innovation, and through the strength of our relationships, both locally and globally.About the Team:The School of Chemistry at the University of Edinburgh has a long and distinguished history. The first Chemistry Professor was appointed to the Chair in 1713 and the Edinburgh University student-led Chemical Society is regarded as the oldest chemical society in the world. The School is run as a single academic unit with approximately 160 staff (made up of academic, postdoctoral researchers and professional services staff) and 800 students (undergraduate, taught postgraduate and research students). Our vision is for all students and staff to harness their curiosity, utilising outstanding and diverse talents to pursue knowledge that can be used to tackle global challenges and improve people’s lives. Sustainability, collaboration and inclusion are at the heart of all our school activities.School of Chemistry researchers deliver advances in both core and interdisciplinary chemistry across five overlapping themes: Catalysis & Synthesis, the Chemistry-Biology Interface, Functional Materials, Structural Chemistry & Chemical Dynamics, and Energy, Environment & Sustainable Chemistry. Our research underpins solutions to major global challenges including health, climate change, and sustainability, and we collaborate extensively with other disciplines and industry partners to take our research towards use. Our 55 group leaders work with a similar number of postdoctoral researchers and approx.155 research students to deliver £32M of current research grants across government, charity and industry funders, as well as a wide variety of public engagement activities.Along with the University of St Andrews we formed EaStCHEM in 2004 to combine the research activities of two of Scotland’s leading schools of chemistry. Combined, we are the largest chemistry unit research in the UK. In the most recent Research Excellence Framework (REF 2021), we were one of only three chemistry submissions to achieve a 100% “world-leading” score for our research environment. We hold a Silver Athena SWAN award, in recognition of excellence in science, engineering and technology employment in higher education relating to supporting women in Science. We are particularly proud of establishing the Christina Miller Fellowships, which have enabled seven talented postdoctoral researchers from under-represented groups to establish themselves as independent group leaders.For further information about our school is available on the ( ) (opens in a new browser tab).

Expected salary

£40497 – 48149 per year

Location

Edinburgh – Midlothian

Job date

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 02:02:43 GMT

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