Post Doctoral Researcher (Level 1) in Crystal Engineering

University of Limerick; Limerick; Presencial; EUR 47.000 - 54.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

University of Limerick invites applications for a Post Doctoral Researcher (Level 1) in Crystal Engineering. The successful candidate will design and characterise new materials, assess their development potential, and work with academic and industrial partners.

The role is within the Department of Chemical Science, Faculty of Science & Engineering, with mentoring responsibilities for junior team members. Closing date in November 2026.

Qualificações

• Post Doctoral Researcher position in crystal engineering.
• Will design and characterise new materials.
• Collaborate with academic and industrial partners; mentor junior team members.

Responsabilidades

• Design and characterise new materials for crystal engineering applications.
• Engage in collaborations with academic and industrial partners.
• Mentor junior team members in the crystal-engineering laboratory.

Conhecimentos

Crystal engineering

Materials design

Mentoring

Formação

PhD in Chemistry or Materials Science

Descrição da vaga

University of Limerick local time: 05-November-2026 13:31

Post Doctoral Researcher (Level 1) in Crystal Engineering

Applications are invited for the following position:

Title of Post: Post Doctoral Researcher (Level 1) in Crystal Engineering

JOB SYNOPSIS
A Post Doctoral Researcher position is available in the field of crystal engineering. The individual will design and characterise new materials and evaluate whether these materials are suitable for further development. They will also engage in collaborations with academic and industrial partners and mentor junior team members in the crystal-engineering laboratory of Prof Mike Zaworotko.

Faculty of Science & Engineering

Department of Chemical Science

Contract Type: Specific Purpose

Salary Scale: €47,273 - €53,925 (maximum starting salary €47,273) p.a. pro rata

University of Limerick is a research-led, energetic and enterprising institution with a proud record of innovation and excellence in education and scholarships. We value creativity, curiosity and excellence in our inclusive community which is committed to social good. Our motto Eagna chun Gnímh translates as Wisdom for Action reflecting our mission to contribute to the discovery of new knowledge for a better world.

Informal enquiries regarding the post may be directed to:
Professor Michael J Zaworotko
Department of Chemical Science
University of Limerick
Email: [e-mail]

The closing date for receipt of applications is Thursday, 19th November 2026
Applications must be completed online before 12 noon, Irish Standard Time on the closing date.

Please email [e-mail] if you experience any difficulties

Applications are welcome from suitably qualified candidates.

We are committed to upholding the principles of fairness, equality, and transparency in pay, in line with the EU Pay Transparency Directive (Directive (EU) 2023/970)

Many thanks for your interest in this role.