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Applications are sought for a committed Research Fellow to work with Dr Craig P. Johnston in the School of Chemistry conducting research for a Royal Society funded project in the field of cobalt catalysis.
The main objective of this project is to develop novel synthetic metholodogies, which involve catalyst-controlled rearrangements, to facilitate the production of previously inaccessible or challenging-to-synthesise materials.
The successful applicant will have (or be near to completion of) a PhD in Chemistry with expertise in homogeneous catalysis, organic and/or organometallic chemistry. In addition, candidates will be expected to demonstrate that they are highly motivated and able to provide day-to-day guidance to undergraduate and PhD students within the group.
They will be expected to help maintain lab equipment and carry out risk assessments to ensure research is conducted safely. The candidate should have excellent communication skills (written and verbal), the ability to work within a collaborative environment, and a proven track record of publications.
The post is available on a fixed-term basis until 30 September 2026, starting 1 October 2023, or as soon as possible thereafter.
Employees of the University have access to a wide range of staff benefits including:
- Annual leave of 34 days, plus 5 public holidays
- Membership of the USS Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions
- Staff discount scheme for local and national goods and services
- Free staff parking, employee Carshare and Cycle to Work Schemes and subsidised local bus travel
- Subsidised sports membership, reduced tuition fees on degree programmes for staff/children of staff, access to library facilities, salary sacrifice scheme and a range of wellbeing initiatives
Further information and informal enquiries may be directed to Dr Craig P. Johnston, email: cpj3@st-andrews.ac.uk
Applications are particularly welcome from people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community, and other protected characteristics who are under-represented in research posts at the University.
Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of the St Andrews experience. We strive to create a fair and inclusive culture demonstrated through our commitment to diversity awards (Athena Swan, Carer Positive, LGBT Charter, Race Charters and Stonewall). We celebrate diversity by promoting profiles of BAME, LGBTIQ+ staff and supporting networks including the Staff BAME Network; Staff with Disabilities Network; Staff LGBTIQ+ Network; and the Staff Parents & Carers Network. Full details available online: https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/hr/edi/
Closing Date: 4 September 2023
Please quote ref: AR2853HM
Further Particulars: AR2853HM FPs.doc
School of Chemistry
Salary: £37,099 - £40,521 per annum
Start Date: 1 October 2023, or as soon as possible thereafter
Fixed Term: 30 September 2026
