Research Associate in Materials School of Chemistry 106548 Grade 6

Birmingham - UK

Monthly Salary: £ 33002 - 35608

Posted on: 19 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Position Details

School of Chemistry

Location: University of Birmingham Edgbaston Birmingham UK

Full time starting salary is normally in the range 33002 to 35608 with potential progression once in post to 39906

Grade: 6

Full Time Fixed Term contract up to June 2026

Closing date: 30th November 2025

Background

To assist in research (by carrying out data collection or analyses) to create knowledge through providing research support for projects and research groups.

Role Summary

Work within specified research grants and/or projects
Operate within area of specialism
Contribute to publications

Main Duties

Collect research data; this may be through a variety of research methods such as scientific experimentation and literature reviews
Analyse research data as directed
Present research outputs including drafting academic publications or parts thereof for example at seminars and as posters
Develop or adapt techniques models and methods
Provide guidance as required to support staff and any students who may be assisting with research
Deal with problems that may affect the achievement of research objectives and deadlines
Carry out administrative tasks related directly to the delivery of the research

Person Specification

PhD (or close to completion) in an area related with project: inorganic synthesis materials chemistry physical chemistry
Prior knowledge experience in either materials chemistry or solid-state MAS NMR
Practical experience of applying the relevant skills and techniques
Ability to analyse information and communicate effectively
Ability to access and organise resources successfully

Informal enquiries to Dominik Kubicki email:

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DescriptionPosition DetailsSchool of ChemistryLocation: University of Birmingham Edgbaston Birmingham UKFull time starting salary is normally in the range 33002 to 35608 with potential progression once in post to 39906Grade: 6Full Time Fixed Term contract up to June 2026Closing date: 30th November 2...