Summary
The University of Cambridge invites applications for a Post-Doctoral Research Associate position in the Department of Materials Science and Metallurgy. The successful candidate will engage in high-throughput synthesis and characterization of metal halide perovskites as part of the Autonomous Materials Group under the supervision of Dr. Shijing Sun. This is a fantastic opportunity for interdisciplinary research combining experimental work with data-driven approaches in chemistry.
Post-Doctoral Research Associate, University of Cambridge, UK
Designation
Post-Doctoral Research Associate (Alchemy)
Key Information
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Department/Location | Department of Materials Science and Metallurgy, University of Cambridge |
| Salary | £34,610 – £35,608 (Research Assistants) £37,694 – £46,049 (Research Associates) |
| Reference | LJ49481 |
| Category | Research |
| Date Published | 22 April 2026 |
| Closing Date | 24 May 2026 |
Research Area
The research will focus on the synthesis and characterization of metal halide perovskites, along with integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning techniques in the field of chemistry.
Location
University of Cambridge, Department of Materials Science and Metallurgy.
Eligibility/Qualification
- PhD in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Experience in inorganic materials synthesis, particularly with solution-based or solid-state methods relevant to perovskite semiconductors.
- Familiarity with X-ray diffraction and crystallography for phase identification and structural analysis.
- Knowledge in optoelectronic property measurements and experience in Python programming for data analysis.
- Desirable: Experience with hardware instrumentation and developing automated synthesis and characterization workflows.
- Strong interest in collaborative and interdisciplinary research.
Job Description
The successful candidate will:
- Conduct high-throughput synthesis and characterization of metal halide perovskites.
- Develop scalable and automated workflows for the synthesis and characterization processes.
- Collaborate with various research groups across the Alchemy Hub, integrating experimental and computational approaches.
- Lead the drafting of scientific manuscripts.
- Support day-to-day supervision of Master’s and PhD students.
How to Apply
Applications must include a CV and a research statement. Interested candidates should register an account with the University’s recruitment system and apply online. Please quote reference LJ49481 in your application.
For queries, contact:
- Ana Talaban-Bailey: ajt69@cam.ac.uk
- HR department: hrmsm@cam.ac.uk
Last Date for Apply
24 May 2026
We encourage early applications as the vacancy may close before the advertised deadline if a sufficient number of suitable applications are received. The University actively supports equality, diversity, and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
