Fixed term contract for 12 months.
Applications are invited for a Research Fellow to work in the BonLab under the supervision of prof.dr.ir. Stefan A. F. Bon. The research project will develop innovative heterogeneous polymerization methods to fabricate nanocomposite supracolloidal structures.
Candidates must have completed (or be soon to complete) a PhD or equivalent in synthetic polymer and/or colloid science. A proven ability in innovative and effective experimental research is essential and you should be skilled in the use of techniques for synthesis and characterization of macromolecules, hybrid materials, and/or colloidal particles. An interest and aptitude for unravelling mechanistic aspects of heterogeneous polymerization processes and assembly of colloidal matter is essential.
You will be able to work independently and as part of a research team, aiding in the supervision of junior research workers. You will have a proven track record of publications, excellent communication and scientific writing skills.
Join BonLab as a research fellow
University of Warwick - Chemistry
Location: Coventry
Salary: £28,695 to £37,394 per annum
Hours: Full Time
Contract Type: Contract / Temporary
Placed on: 18th March 2015
Closes: 16th April 2015
Job Ref: 1458435
FTC 1 year 5 months.
You will carry out research into the application of bacterial lignin degradation, and synthetic metal-scavenging agents, for recovery of high-value metals from waste materials, in the research groups of Prof. T.D.H. Bugg, Prof. S.A.F. Bon, and Dr. A.J. Clark, as part of a project funded by NERC.
You must have a PhD in chemistry or biochemistry (or closely related topic), and research experience in synthetic and biological chemistry, and experience of working with micro-organisms.