Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Organic Chemistry

LIVERPOOL JOHN MOORES UNIVERSITY; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A distinguished academic institution in the UK seeks a Postdoctoral Research Assistant with expertise in synthetic organic chemistry. This role involves working on a funded project focusing on boron-nitrogen heterocycles, offering a collaborative environment with opportunities for publication and career development. Ideal candidates will have a PhD, strong practical skills, and a proven research record. Competitive benefits and a supportive workplace culture await the right individual.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Pension scheme

Family-friendly policies

Qualifications

• Experience in advanced synthetic organic chemistry.
• Expertise in analytical techniques, especially NMR and mass spectrometry.
• A track record of high-quality research and publications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct experiments and analyse data related to organoboron chemistry.
• Write high-impact publications and present at conferences.
• Contribute to new grant proposals and research directions.

Skills

Practical synthetic organic chemistry

Advanced analytical techniques

Communication and interpersonal skills

Education

PhD in Organic Chemistry or related discipline

Tools

NMR

Mass spectrometry

Job description

Organisation/Company LIVERPOOL JOHN MOORES UNIVERSITY Research Field Chemistry Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) First Stage Researcher (R1) Country United Kingdom Application Deadline 9 Jan 2026 - 00:00 (UTC) Type of Contract Other Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

(Fixed term for 36 months)

Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is a distinctive, unique institution, rooted in the Liverpool City Region and with a global presence. Our students and staff, past, present, and future, are the beating heart of our city and can be found in every corner of every industry and community. We couldn’t exist anywhere else and have shaped the city in which we belong. Working with the people of Liverpool to improve lives and support communities is at the heart of why we were founded and why we exist today.

Liverpool John Moores University is seeking an exceptional Postdoctoral Research Assistant to join the Roesner Research Group, working on an EPSRC funded project exploring the design, synthesis, reactivity, and biological activity of novel boron‑nitrogen heterocycles.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of an ambitious research programme developing new organoboron chemistry. The post is fixed term for 36 months, with a probationary period of one year.

You will work in a collaborative and supportive environment, with direct mentorship from the PI, opportunities for career development and the chance to publish, present internationally and supervise junior researchers.

You will play a key role in delivering a 36-month EPSRC project involving: Advanced synthetic organic chemistry with a focus on boron‑nitrogen heterocycles. Full compound characterisation using NMR, mass spectrometry, and other analytical techniques it will also involve Investigation of reactivity and biological activity. Designing and executing experiments, analysing data, and maintaining detailed records. You will also be writing high‑impact publications and presenting at conferences whilst also contributing to new grant proposals and research directions

You will have a PhD (or near completion) in Organic Chemistry or a closely related discipline, Strong experience in practical synthetic organic chemistry. Expertise in advanced analytical techniques, especially NMR and mass spectrometry. A track record of high‑quality research and publications. You will also have excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently and within a team.

In return, we offer an excellent benefits package including generous annual leave entitlement, pension scheme, induction and development support as well as family‑friendly policies.

This is an exciting time to join the university as we deliver the LJMU Strategy 2030 and its vision of LJMU as an inclusive civic university transforming lives and futures, by placing students at the heart of everything we do.

If you feel that this is the role you have been looking for and your skills and experience can make a real difference at LJMU, we look forward to hearing from you.

LJMU is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and communities irrespective of age, transgender status, disability, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity and religion or belief. All our appointments are made on merit.

Please note all of our vacancies will be closed to applications at midnight on the advertised closing date, unless otherwise stated.

LJMU are committed to adhering to the Principles set out in the Researcher Development Concordat; in line with this all fixed‑term researchers will be supported to complete 10 days professional development activities per year (pro‑rata).