Research Associate/Fellow in Modelling Electronic and Quantum Properties of 2D Semiconductors (Fixed-Term)

Location: University Park

The University of Nottingham are seeking to recruit a highly motivated and enthusiastic computational chemist for a Postdoctoral Research Associate/Fellow post within the research group of Professor Elena Besley to work on the “Enabling Net Zero and the AI Revolution with Ultra-Low Energy 2D Materials and Devices (NEED2D)” Programme Grant.

The NEED2D project funds a team of UK scientists at Queen Mary University of London, University of Nottingham and University of Glasgow who work on the development of energy efficient, atomically thin semiconductors to dramatically reduce the electricity demand from AI data centres and high-performance computing.

The appointed Research Associate/Fellow will conduct computational studies of electronic transport and quantum phenomena in 2D semiconductor materials and spin-qubits; work in close collaboration with partners in academia and industry to address challenges in the science and technology of atomically thin semiconductor for low-energy-consumption electronics; aid the design of 2D Dirac-source FET.

What we offer- 

• A friendly, diverse, and supportive working environment
• A hybrid working arrangement with the blended approach of home and office working each week
• Generous holiday entitlement of 30 days (or pro rata) plus standard bank holidays and five university closure days including closure between Christmas and New Year.
• Our reward scheme grants bonuses of numerous values for excellent work
• We are committed to staff development through the provision of training, continued support, and career progression opportunities
• You will have access to a range of benefits and rewards, including fitness and health facilities, staff discounts, travel schemes and many more. To find out more about what we can offer you, follow the link to our benefits website

Contract Type: Full time and fixed-term (48 months) on/after 1^st April 2026

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Elena Besley, email: elena.besley@nottingham.ac.uk. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

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