The Opportunity:
Postdoctoral Research Associate in Synthetic Organic Chemistry.
UE07 £40,247 - £47,874 per annum
Fixed Term 9.5 months
This post is full-time (35 hours per week).
Your skills and attributes for success:
1. Must hold a PhD in synthetic organic chemistry or will submit PhD thesis before commencement of post.
2. Good publication record in relevant research areas.
3. Experience in developing new synthetic methodologies. Experience with developing light-mediated or photocatalytic reactions would be an advantage.
4. Experience in reaction optimisation and synthetic route development.
5. Proven ability to communicate complex information clearly, orally, and in writing.
As a valued member of our team you can expect:
1. A competitive starting salary.
2. An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
3. To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community.
4. Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options.
Championing equality, diversity and inclusion
The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education.
Prior to any employment commencing with the University you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK.
The University is able to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role.
Key dates to note
The closing date for applications is 20th February 2025.
Unless stated otherwise the closing time for applications is 11:59pm GMT.
About Us
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About the Team
The School of Chemistry at the University of Edinburgh has a long and distinguished history.
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.
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