Postdoctoral Research Associate in Cyclocarbon Chemistry
The position is available for up to 24 months and involves organic synthesis funded by the European Research Council. Learn more about the research group.
About the role
Work under the supervision of Professor Harry L. Anderson on a project focused on cyclocarbon chemistry, requiring expertise in multi-step organic synthesis, supramolecular chemistry, and physical organic chemistry or spectroscopy.
Responsibilities
- Manage your own academic research and administrative activities.
- Coordinate multiple aspects of work through small-scale project management to meet deadlines.
Requirements
- Hold a PhD in Chemistry (or be close to completion with a submitted thesis before appointment).
- Experience in multi-step organic synthesis, supramolecular chemistry, and physical organic chemistry or spectroscopy.
Application details
Your supporting statement must explain how you meet each of the selection criteria using examples of your skills and experience and include a one-page graphical summary of your relevant research achievements. Certificates, references, and research papers should not be provided at this stage.
Applications close at 12:00 midday on 17 August 2026. Interviews will be held on 26 August 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter.
The post will be based in the Department of Chemistry, Chemistry Research Laboratory, and is available from 1 January 2027.