Research Associate in Inorganic Chemistry: The University of Bath is seeking a talented and motivated postdoctoral research associate to join a groundbreaking research project in synthetic inorganic chemistry, funded by the Leverhulme Trust. This role will focus on developing innovative strategies for achieving “precious metal-like” redox catalysis using main group elements, driven by sustainability and academic curiosity.
Research Associate in Synthetic Inorganic Chemistry
Designation:
Research Associate (Full-time, Fixed Term)
Research Area:
Synthetic Inorganic Chemistry
Location:
University of Bath, Bath, UK
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Applicants must hold a PhD (or equivalent qualification) in chemistry or a closely related discipline, or be close to completion.
- Essential experience in the synthesis and manipulation of air-sensitive compounds.
- Strong track record in molecular inorganic synthesis is required.
- Experience with NMR spectroscopy is essential; familiarity with other techniques (XRD, CV, EPR) is desirable but not mandatory.
- Demonstrated potential to publish in high-quality, peer-reviewed journals.
Job Description:
The successful candidate will work on:
- Designing, synthesising, and investigating main group Lewis acids with redox-active scaffolds.
- Developing new catalytic mechanisms as alternatives to traditional reductive elimination steps.
- Coordinating research with external project collaborators.
- Assisting in the wider management of the Scott research group, including co-supervision of undergraduate and postgraduate students.
This position is offered for a duration of up to 24 months, with a potential start date of August 1, 2025, under the supervision of Dr. Daniel Scott.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should apply online via the University of Bath’s careers page. For further inquiries regarding the proposed research or application specifics, please contact Dr. Daniel Scott at ds2630@bath.ac.uk.
Last Date to Apply:
April 29, 2025
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