Postdoctoral Research Associate in Materials Chemistry

University of Oxford; Oxford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious research institution in Oxford is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Materials Chemistry. The position, supervised by a leading professor, involves managing independent research and project coordination for up to 16 months. Candidates should hold a PhD in Chemistry or a related field and have experience with statistical mechanics and simulation studies. The role is available starting January 1, 2026.

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry or a related area, prior to taking up the appointment.
• Experience in statistical mechanics, and combined simulation/experimental studies of disordered systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own academic research and administrative activities.
• Coordinate multiple aspects of work to meet deadlines through small-scale project management.

Job description

Overview

Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Materials Chemistry to work under the supervision of Professor Andrew Goodwin for a period of up to 16 months. The project involves the study of disorder-property relationships and is funded by the EPSRC. Find out more about the Goodwin research and group here.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own academic research and administrative activities.
• Coordinate multiple aspects of work to meet deadlines through small-scale project management.

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry or a related area, prior to taking up the appointment.
• Experience in statistical mechanics, and combined simulation/experimental studies of disordered systems.

Details

The post will be based in the Department of Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory, South Parks Road, OX1 3QR and is available from 1 January 2026.