Postdoc in Degradable Electronic Polymers

Corehr; Oxford; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Oxford invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate to develop electronically functional, degradable polymers that indicate remaining lifetime through colour change. The role sits within the Chemistry Research Laboratory, working under Dr Georgina Gregory, for up to 2.5 years in a small, well‑equipped team.

Applicants should hold a PhD in polymer or related chemistry and have publication experience.

Qualifications

• PhD in polymer chemistry, materials chemistry or closely related field.
• Publication record appropriate to career stage.

Responsibilities

• Lead experimental work for the degradation‑responsive polymers project.
• Supervise an undergraduate project student when required.
• Communicate findings in writing and in person; contribute to group meetings.

Education

PhD in polymer chemistry, materials chemistry or closely related field

Tools

Conjugated polymer synthesis

Ring-opening polymerisation

Conductivity measurements

Spectroelectrochemistry

Thin film processing and device fabrication

Job description

University of Oxford invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate to develop electronically functional, degradable polymers that indicate remaining lifetime through colour change. The role sits within the Chemistry Research Laboratory, working under Dr Georgina Gregory, for up to 2.5 years in a small, well‑equipped team.

Applicants should hold a PhD in polymer or related chemistry and have publication experience.