The University of St Andrews is seeking an inorganic or physical chemist, preferably with experience in the synthesis and characterisation of metal-organic frameworks or related materials. Experience in battery technologies will also be an advantage. The position is for 24 months in the first instance and is funded through the Leverhulme trust. The successful candidate will join the research groups of Professor Russell Morris and Dr Rob Armstrong.

The successful candidate should have a PhD in chemistry or related subject, ideally with experience of MOF chemistry. Further information can be obtained informally by contacting Professor Russell Morris rem1@st-andrews.ac.uk or Dr Rob Armstrong on ara@st-andrews.ac.uk.  

Applications are particularly welcome from women, who are under-represented in Science positions 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/.  

Please quote ref: AR1887MR

Closing Date: 30 March 2017

Further Particulars: AR1887MR FPs.doc

School of Chemistry
Salary: £32,004 - £34,956 per annum
Fixed Term: 24 months
Start: As soon as possible