Postdoc in Boron Chemistry: Synthesis & Method Development

University of Bristol; Clifton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Bristol is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to contribute to the development of novel synthetic boron-based methodologies. The role focuses on design and synthesis, employing lithiation-borylation to build carbon frameworks and expand boron chemistry, under supervision by Aggarwal FRS and Crump.

The ideal candidate will have recent experience in synthetic organic chemistry, strong NMR skills, and the ability to work independently within a team, with opportunities for

Qualifications

• Recent experience in synthetic organic chemistry.
• Ability to plan and execute experimental work in organic synthesis.
• Ability to interpret and record results using modern spectroscopic techniques, including NMR.
• Familiarity with online databases (Belstein/Chemical Abstracts).
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Able to work in a team and supervise junior colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Design and synthesize novel boron-based methodologies.
• Work on multiple projects and manage experimental plans.
• Supervise PhD and final year project students as needed.
• Present results clearly and keep thorough experimental records.

Skills

Synthetic organic chemistry

NMR spectroscopy

Team collaboration

Written and oral communication

Literature/database searching

Tools

Belstein database

Chemical Abstracts

Job description

University of Bristol is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to contribute to the development of novel synthetic boron-based methodologies. The role focuses on design and synthesis, employing lithiation-borylation to build carbon frameworks and expand boron chemistry, under supervision by Aggarwal FRS and Crump.

The ideal candidate will have recent experience in synthetic organic chemistry, strong NMR skills, and the ability to work independently within a team, with opportunities for