PhD in Inorganic Synthesis: Open-Shell Radicals

The University of Manchester; Manchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Manchester invites applications for a fully funded PhD studentship in inorganic synthesis and spectroscopy. The project focuses on heavy main-group chemistry, open-shell species and their reactivity with small molecules, starting with bismuth chemistry and expanding to Sb, Sn, Pb and others.

Training includes Schlenk/glovebox techniques and advanced spectroscopic methods. You will work with co-supervisors across inorganic synthesis and magnetism, and present results at

Qualifications

• Applicants should hold, or expect to obtain, a First Class or high Upper Second Class degree in Chemistry or a closely related discipline.
• Prior experience with synthetic chemistry under inert conditions is essential, while experience in spectroscopy of paramagnetic compounds is advantageous but not required.

Responsibilities

• Undertake inorganic synthesis under inert conditions (Schlenk and glovebox techniques).
• Elucidate electronic structures by spectroscopy and study reactivity with small molecules.
• Receive training in scientific writing, oral and poster presentations, lab management and safety.

Skills

Inorganic synthesis

Spectroscopy

Open-shell chemistry

Paramagnetic spectroscopy

Education

First Class or high Upper Second Class degree in Chemistry

Tools

Schlenk techniques

Glovebox techniques

NMR spectroscopy

EPR

SQUID

XAS

Job description

The University of Manchester invites applications for a fully funded PhD studentship in inorganic synthesis and spectroscopy. The project focuses on heavy main-group chemistry, open-shell species and their reactivity with small molecules, starting with bismuth chemistry and expanding to Sb, Sn, Pb and others.

Training includes Schlenk/glovebox techniques and advanced spectroscopic methods. You will work with co-supervisors across inorganic synthesis and magnetism, and present results at