AI in Materials Discovery: Research Coordinator

University of Liverpool; West Kirby; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Liverpool invites applications for a Research Coordinator in the Cooper Group, focusing on artificial intelligence and machine learning for functional materials discovery. The post holder will lead teams developing AI methods and coordinate resources across chemistry, robotics, automation, and materials discovery, delivering high-impact publications and funding proposals.

Applicants should hold a PhD in a relevant field and possess expertise in AI/ML applied to scientific

Qualifications

• PhD plus expertise in AI/ML applied to scientific problems.
• Ability to lead a team of researchers and coordinate projects.
• Experience developing and applying advanced AI methods for scientific research.
• Ability to identify and develop new research opportunities and secure funding.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate AI/ML aspects of the research programme.
• Ensure integration with chemistry, robotics, automation and materials discovery.
• Develop and apply advanced AI methods for publications and funding applications.
• Coordinate access to national computing resources for research projects.
• Support recruitment, supervision and mentoring of PhD students and postdocs.

Skills

AI/ML for science

Leadership

Research coordination

Team supervision

Education

PhD in Chemistry/CS/Chemical Eng/Physics/Materials Sci

Job description

The University of Liverpool invites applications for a Research Coordinator in the Cooper Group, focusing on artificial intelligence and machine learning for functional materials discovery. The post holder will lead teams developing AI methods and coordinate resources across chemistry, robotics, automation, and materials discovery, delivering high-impact publications and funding proposals.

Applicants should hold a PhD in a relevant field and possess expertise in AI/ML applied to scientific