A Research Associate position with Prof Rob Dryfe is available for 24 months (in the first instance) to work on the electrocatalytic reduction of CO2. This is part of a collaborative project between Cardiff University, The University of Manchester, BP and Johnson Matthey (JM), co-funded by EPSRC and industry.
The aim of the project is to develop a platform of new, sustainable catalyst technologies that will enable clean growth and a low carbon future. This particular role will focus on the electrocatalytic approach, involving the electrochemical conversion of CO2 to C1 and C2 products. The goal is to develop efficient catalysts for the CO2 electroreduction process, with a specific focus on generating new electrocatalytic pathways to formaldehyde, and on the development of oscillating potential approaches to increase the yield (and selectivity) of reduced products.
You will work within Prof Dryfe’s research team, based in laboratories in the Royce Institute, whose “hub” building is on the Manchester campus. You should hold (or be nearing completion) a PhD (or equivalent) in Chemistry, Physics or closely related discipline and should have a good knowledge of electrochemistry, with specific experience of electrocatalysis and, ideally, with knowledge of the preparation/characterisation of 2D materials/nanomaterials as a further desirable attribute. You will have to work to strict deadlines and will possess excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
The School is strongly committed to promoting equality and diversity, including the Athena SWAN charter for gender equality in higher education. The School holds a Silver Award which recognises their good practice in relation to gender; including flexible working arrangements, family-friendly policies, and support to allow staff achieve a good work-life balance. We particularly welcome applications from women for this post. All appointment will be made on merit. For further information, please visit: http://www.chemistry.manchester.ac.uk/about-us/athena-swan/
Happy to talk flexible working.
Blended working arrangements may be considered
Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.
Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:
Name: Prof Robert Dryfe
Email: robert.dryfe@manchester.ac.uk
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This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.
Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.
