About this role
We are seeking a Research Fellow to work on crystallisation-driven self-assembly of polyester-based block polymers in Prof. Rachel O’Reilly’s group in the School of Chemistry. The role involves leading the entire project from polymer synthesis through to data characterisation and interpretation. Training will be provided in component techniques.
Daily responsibilities include performing research, collecting and interpreting data on self-assembly processes. The post holder will produce regular reports, attend project meetings, and deliver group presentations. Collaboration with project partners is essential.
Join a vibrant School of Chemistry with over 130 academic and research staff and state-of-the-art facilities including a new molecular sciences building. The community focuses on research themes like Energy, Sustainability, Environment and Health. Participate in group activities and contribute to the school’s scientific health.
Opportunities include contributing to research strategies, co-supervising Masters students, and engaging in outreach or teaching. Develop broader supervisory skills in an inclusive, supportive environment. The school supports career potential amid ambitious research expansion.
Requirements
- Demonstrable experience in polymer synthesis
- Demonstrable experience in crystallisation-driven self-assembly
- Demonstrable experience in characterisation techniques and data interpretation
- Ability to manage an entire research project from synthesis to analysis
- Skills in outreach or teaching activities
- Experience contributing to research group strategies
- Proficiency in producing scientific reports and presentations
- Knowledge of block polymer systems
Responsibilities
- Undertake research into crystallisation-driven self-assembly of polyester-based block polymers under Prof. Rachel O’Reilly
- Conduct polymer synthesis and crystallisation-driven self-assembly experiments
- Perform characterisation, data collection, and interpretation
- Produce regular written and oral reports and attend project meetings
- Give presentations to the group and write papers for peer-reviewed journals
- Play an active role in the O’Reilly research group, participating in meetings
- Co-supervise Masters students and train personnel on equipment
- Participate in collaborative meetings with project partners
Benefits
- Fixed term contract up to March 2029
- State-of-the-art molecular sciences research building
- Collaborative Teaching Laboratory facilities
- Inclusive and supportive academic community
- Focus on research themes of Energy, Sustainability, Environment and Health
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