Research Associate in Capture and Conversion of CO2 over Metal-Organic Frameworks

Applications are invited for a postdoctoral research associate funded by bp ICAM Project to work in the Department of Chemistry, University of Manchester under the supervision of Professor Martin Schröder and Professor Sihai Yang.

The project will involve the synthesis, studies and analysis of porous metal organic framework materials with the aim of developing new catalytic conversion of CO2. There will be scope within the project to investigate the catalytic mechanism in collaboration with Diamond Light Source and ISIS neutron facility.

Candidates must have a PhD (or equivalent) or about to submit for a PhD in synthetic co-ordination, supramolecular self-assembly, catalysis, or inorganic chemistry, and have a record of research achievement, publication and independent thinking. Experience in the development of metal organic framework materials and catalysis would be highly beneficial.

The post will be offered on a fixed-term contract for a period of one year.

What you will get in return:

• Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
• Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
• Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
• Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
• Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers

As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status.  All appointments are made on merit.

Our University is positive about flexible working – you can find out more here

Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.     

Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.

Any recruitment enquiries from recruitment agencies should be directed to People.Recruitment@manchester.ac.uk.

Any CV’s submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift.

Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:

Name:  Prof. Sihai Yang

Email: sihai.yang@manchester.ac.uk 

General enquiries:

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This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.

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