Small-Molecule Crystallography Officer | Diffraction Specialist

University of St Andrews; St Andrews; Hybrid; GBP 39.000 - 46.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Relocation contribution

USS Pension Scheme with 14.5% employer

Hybrid working environment

Staff discount scheme

Free staff parking and carshare

Cycle to Work Scheme

Subsidised local bus travel

Subsidised sports membership

Tuition fees discount for staff

LinkedIn Learning and library access

Salary sacrifice scheme

34 Days Annual Leave + 5 Public Hholid

Zusammenfassung

The School of Chemistry at the University of St Andrews seeks an experienced Scientific Officer with expertise in small molecule crystallography to join its single-crystal diffraction facility. Working with Dr David Cordes, you will use advanced diffraction instrumentation to tackle challenging structural problems and deliver high-quality results across diverse projects.

You will also become familiar with the School's powder X-ray diffraction facilities, providing essential support for their

Qualifikationen

• Experienced crystallographer with expertise in small molecule crystallography.
• Proven ability to operate advanced diffraction instrumentation.
• Collaborative scientist able to support researchers across a range of projects.
• Familiarity with powder X-ray diffraction facilities and their operation.

Aufgaben

• Provide specialist crystallography expertise to researchers in the School of Chemistry.
• Utilise advanced diffraction instrumentation to deliver high-quality structural solutions.
• Support and optimise the operation of both single-crystal and powder X-ray facilities.
• Collaborate with Dr David Cordes and others to tackle challenging structural problems.

Kenntnisse

Small molecule crystallography

X-ray crystallography

Tools

Single-crystal X-ray diffractometer

Powder X-ray diffractometer

Jobbeschreibung

The School of Chemistry at the University of St Andrews seeks an experienced Scientific Officer with expertise in small molecule crystallography to join its single-crystal diffraction facility. Working with Dr David Cordes, you will use advanced diffraction instrumentation to tackle challenging structural problems and deliver high-quality results across diverse projects.

You will also become familiar with the School's powder X-ray diffraction facilities, providing essential support for their