Research Associate: 2D Materials & Electrochemistry

The University of Manchester; Manchester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous employer pension

29 days annual leave + holidays

Ride to work and EV car scheme

Job summary

The University of Manchester invites applications for a research position in the condensed matter physics group, Department of Physics & Astronomy. The project focuses on graphene and other 2D materials, exploring catalytic and ion-transport properties with support from EPSRC and international funders.

The post is available from 1 October for 24 months, with emphasis on device fabrication and precision measurements.

Qualifications

• Understanding of electrochemistry, materials science, condensed matter physics, chemistry, or a related discipline.
• Ability to analyse experimental data and develop scientific interpretations.
• Ability to communicate research findings clearly through written and oral communication.
• Experience conducting experimental research in physics, chemistry, materials science, or a related field.
• PhD (or equivalent) in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related discipline, or evidence that the PhD thesis has been submitted before taking up the role.

Responsibilities

• Developing new approaches to control catalytic and ion-transport processes in two-dimensional crystal–ionic interfaces.
• Designing and performing electrochemical experiments to investigate interfacial charge transfer and chemical reactivity.
• Fabricating and characterising nanoscale devices based on emerging two-dimensional materials.
• Applying precision electrical measurements to understand the relationship between electric fields, charge transport, and chemical processes.
• Collaborating with researchers across physics, chemistry, and materials science to advance project goals.

Skills

Electrochemistry

Materials science

Condensed matter physics

Physics

Data analysis

Clear communication

Education

PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science or related

Job description

The University of Manchester invites applications for a research position in the condensed matter physics group, Department of Physics & Astronomy. The project focuses on graphene and other 2D materials, exploring catalytic and ion-transport properties with support from EPSRC and international funders.

The post is available from 1 October for 24 months, with emphasis on device fabrication and precision measurements.