Graphene & 2D Materials Research Scientist

University of Manchester; Manchester; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous employer contribution pension

29 days annual leave plus bank hols

Flexible and Hybrid working

Ride to work and EV car scheme

Job summary

The University of Manchester invites applications for a research position in the condensed matter physics group within the Department of Physics & Astronomy. The post will study catalytic and ion transport properties of new 2D materials, with projects funded by EPSRC, EC, and other funders.

Start date 1 October for 24 months. We seek a PhD holder in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science or related field with experience in electrochemistry, clean-room device fabrication or precision electrical

Qualifications

• PhD (or equivalent) in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related discipline, or evidence that the PhD thesis has been submitted before taking up the role.
• Understanding of electrochemistry, materials science, condensed matter physics, chemistry, or a related discipline.
• Ability to analyse experimental data and develop scientific interpretations.
• Ability to communicate research findings clearly through written and oral communication.
• Experience conducting experimental research in physics, chemistry, materials science, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Developing new approaches to control catalytic and ion-transport processes in two-dimensional crystal–ionic interfaces
• Designing and performing electrochemical experiments to investigate interfacial charge transfer and chemical reactivity
• Fabricating and characterising nanoscale devices based on emerging two-dimensional materials
• Applying precision electrical measurements to understand the relationship between electric fields, charge transport, and chemical processes
• Collaborating with researchers across physics, chemistry, and materials science to advance project goals

Skills

Electrochemistry

Data analysis

Scientific communication

Experimental research

Education

PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science or related (or submitted)

Tools

Electrochemical measurements

Electrical characterization

Microscopy

Spectroscopy

Nanoscale device fabrication

Job description

The University of Manchester invites applications for a research position in the condensed matter physics group within the Department of Physics & Astronomy. The post will study catalytic and ion transport properties of new 2D materials, with projects funded by EPSRC, EC, and other funders.

Start date 1 October for 24 months. We seek a PhD holder in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science or related field with experience in electrochemistry, clean-room device fabrication or precision electrical