Research Associate in Materials Electrochemistry University of Bath Bath, United Kingdom

University of Bath; Bath; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in the UK is seeking a Research Assistant for the 'Trigate' project, focusing on electrochemical electrode processes. The role involves driving experimental research, collaborating with academics and industry, and publishing professional reports. Candidates should hold a PhD in materials chemistry or a related field with strong independent research and communication skills. The position offers opportunities for impactful research in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent in materials chemistry, electrochemistry or a closely allied field.
• Demonstrated ability to perform independent research.
• Proven experience in writing professional publications.

Responsibilities

• Drive experimental research activities in electrocatalytic processes.
• Liaise with collaborators and report to various audiences.
• Write professional reports and publications.

Skills

Independent research skills

Data analysis

Communication skills

Experience in writing publications

Education

PhD in materials chemistry or electrochemistry

Job description

The project entitled "Trigate" is about optimisation of electrochemical electrode processes involving gases (oxygen reduction, nitrogen reduction, carbon dioxide reduction) in a biomimetic way employing microporous materials. The research assistant role will involve:

• driving experimental research activities in electrocatalytic processes with electrode design, product analysis, and mechanistic studies;
• liaising with collaborators (in academia and in industry) and reporting to specialist and non-specialist audiences (conferences, outreach);
• writing professional reports and publications including data analysis and preparation of graphical materials;
• contributing to guiding project students and/or minor teaching challenges.
• a PhD (or equivalent) in materials chemistry, electrochemistry or closely allied field (some electrochemistry knowledge is essential);
• evidence for ability to perform independent research (planning and executing experiments, data analysis, data interpretation);
• evidence for ability to write professional publications;
• evidence for ability to communicate and present research to specialist and non-specialist audiences.