Senior Project Scientist

ZipRecruiter; London; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 186,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research institution is seeking PhD candidates in Chemistry and related fields. The role includes conducting high-level research, publishing papers, and supervising research teams. Competitive annual salary ranging from USD 40,000 to 250,000, with benefits including research startup funding and housing support. Apply with a CV highlighting your academic achievements and publications.

Benefits

Research startup funding up to USD 400,000

Housing and settlement support

Visa and healthcare assistance

Qualifications

• PhD degree from a globally recognized university (QS Top 200) or leading research institute.
• Strong academic background with proven independent research capability.
• Demonstrated record of high-quality publications or project leadership.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent and/or collaborative high-level chemical research.
• Publish high-quality papers in leading international journals.
• Apply for international research grants.
• Supervise graduate students or junior researchers.
• Collaborate with domestic and international teams.

Skills

Independent research capability

Strong academic background

Record of high-quality publications

Collaborative with academic partners

Education

PhD degree from a globally recognized university

Job description

Job Description

About the Recruiting Unit

We are seeking outstanding PhDs in chemistry and related interdisciplinary fields from around the world. Both full-time positions in China and part-time online collaborations are welcome. Located in Jiangsu Province, our institutions maintain close partnerships with world-class universities, research institutes, and publicly listed companies. With strong international advantages and first-rate research facilities, we are committed to building a world-class chemistry research team through the continued recruitment of top global talent.

Position Focus

Chemistry and Chemical Engineering disciplines:

• Synthetic Chemistry & Green Chemistry
• Functional Polymers & Advanced Materials
• Energy Chemistry & Catalysis
• Analytical & Environmental Chemistry
• Medicinal Chemistry & Chemical Biology
• Nanochemistry & Smart Materials
• Carbon Neutrality, Energy Storage, and New Energy Chemistry

PhDs with interdisciplinary backgrounds are especially encouraged to apply. Research areas include, but are not limited to:

• Materials Chemistry: polymers, nanostructured materials, functional thin films, energy storage and photovoltaic materials
• Energy & Environment: electrocatalysis, photocatalysis, hydrogen energy, battery materials, green chemical processes, carbon reduction technologies
• Medicinal & Biochemical Chemistry: drug molecular design, molecular immunochemistry, chemical biology
• Sustainability: green synthesis, environmental remediation, circular chemistry technologies

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct independent and/or collaborative high-level chemical research
• Publish high-quality papers in leading international journals
• Apply for or international research grants
• Supervise graduate students or junior researchers (if applicable)
• Collaborate with domestic and international teams to promote research-to-industry translation

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual Salary: USD 40,000 – 250,000+ (negotiable based on qualifications)
• Research Startup Funding: up to USD 400,000
• Housing & Settlement Support: up to USD 400,000 (talent housing, rental subsidies, or property purchase assistance)
• Additional Support:
• Furnished talent apartments or temporary accommodation
• Visa, residence permit, household registration, healthcare, and children’s education assistance
• Comprehensive “one-stop” onboarding and long-term service support

Career Development Opportunities

• Clear promotion path: Postdoctoral Fellow → Lecturer → Associate Professor → Full Professor
• Opportunity to establish your own research group and grow into a PI
• Full support for international collaborations, academic conferences, and project partnerships

Candidate Requirements

• PhD degree from a globally recognized university (QS Top 200 ) or leading research institute
• Strong academic background with proven independent research capability
• Demonstrated record of high-quality publications or project leadership
• Willingness to collaborate with Chinese academic or industrial partners
• Open to outstanding applicants of all

About Us

We are an international academic and technology exchange platform dedicated to fostering global research and innovation. Working with world-leading universities, institutes, and listed companies, we host international programs, conferences, and academic events to attract top scholars worldwide. Our mission is to build competitive research teams and accelerate cross-border knowledge, technology, and talent exchange, driving scientific advancement across disciplines.

Application Materials

Please send the following to [e-mail]

(Email subject line: “Application + Research Direction + Name”):

• CV (including education, research achievements, representative publications)