Research Assistant / Associate (2 positions) Protonic transport in oxides for hydrogen

Location: South Kensington Campus

About the role:

These two positions are part of a large consortium funded by the EU under the FETPROACT programme and is focused on Breakthrough Zero-Emissions Heat Generation with Hydrogen-metal Systems (HERMES). Within the consortium there are teams based in Finland, Germany, France, Ireland, the Czech Republic and the UK.

The overall programme aims to explore nanostructured metal-hydrogen systems as a route to zero emissions heat generation. One central aspect of this programme is the focus on high temperature proton conductive solid oxides as a separation membrane.

What you would be doing:

• Preparation of ceramic samples and structures in bulk and thin film morphology
• Characterisation of the structure of the relevant interfaces using appropriate experimental techniques.
• Perform isotopic labelling experiments of ceramics.
• Undertake complementary measurements of ceramic samples including use of diffraction and electrochemical spectroscopy techniques.
• Undertake all associated data analysis and interpretation of data.
• Attend regular project meetings with the PI and provide all relevant materials (reports, presentations, data) in a timely way.
• Assist the other research staff in the day-to-day management of the electroceramic group laboratories.

What we are looking for:

• You should hold a PhD in Chemistry, Physics or Materials Science and Engineering
• Practical experience of a broad range of electron microscopy analytical and imaging techniques applied to ceramics
• Experience of electrochemical characterisation of solid oxide cells
• Practical experience of synthesing, preparing and characterising proton conducting oxides Human Resources Division

What we can offer you:

• The opportunity to join an established academia/industry collaboration at an exciting time, as the Centre enters its second phase with new projects getting underway.
• The chance to lead the organisation of our annual public-facing event in Q1 of 2025, which will promote key research findings from the Centre’s first phase.
• The opportunity to work with research teams from a range of departments and disciplines.
• The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution.
• Sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 38 days off a year)
• We provide a wide-ranging benefits package that includes resources, tools and networks to promote a positive working environment.
• Pensions – excellent employer contributions
• Season Ticket loan – interest free.
• Childcare facilities – Early Years Education Centre
• Childcare vouchers – salary sacrifice scheme.
• Staff accommodation
• Our flagship sports centre and gym in South Kensington Campus

*Candidates who have not yet officially been awarded their PhD will be appointed initially at Research Assistant (with a salary range of £43,003 to £46,297)

Further Information

For further details on the role please contact: Professor Stephen Skinner, s.skinner@imperial.ac.uk

Queries regarding the application process should be directed to: Darakshan Khan (d.khan@imperial.ac.uk).

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Closing date: 27 September 2024

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