The purpose of this position it to develop new materials for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).  The materials will emit by thermally activated delayed fluorescence (TADF), which is increasingly important for next generation solid-state lighting devices.  The research is a collaboration between the School of Chemistry and the School of Physics and Astronomy through the Organic Semiconductor Centre, which is internationally recognised for its research on light-emitting materials.  The candidate will be responsible for synthesizing and characterizing the optoelectronic and physical properties of the emitters as well as conducting DFT modeling of these compounds.  Prior experience of organic semiconductors or light-emitting materials is desirable.  

This appointment is for a two year period.  

Applications are particularly welcome from women, who are under-represented in Science posts at the University.  You can find out more about Equality & Diversity at https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/hr/edi/.

The University of St Andrews is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all, which is further demonstrated through its working on the Gender and Race Equality Charters and being awarded the Athena SWAN award for women in science, HR Excellence in Research Award and the LGBT Charter;  http://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/hr/edi/diversityawards/. 

Interview Date:  12 April 2018

Please quote ref:  AR1864SB

Closing Date:  22 March 2018 

Further Particulars:  AR1864SB FPs.doc     

School of Chemistry
Salary: £32,548 - £34,520 per annum
Start: As soon as possible
Fixed term for 2 years