Research Associate in Heterogeneous Photocatalysis - Bath, United Kingdom - University of Bath

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Research Associate in Heterogeneous Photocatalysis using Plasmonic Nanoparticles (fixed-term role)

Job title Research Associate in Heterogeneous Photocatalysis using Plasmonic Nanoparticles (fixed-term role)

Department Chemistry

Salary Starting from £36,333, rising to £43,155

Grade Grade 7

SOC Code - Visa Requirements 2119

Placed on Thursday 11 May 2023

Closing date Thursday 25 May 2023

Interview date Monday 05 June 2023

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The Department of Chemistry have an exciting opportunity for a motivated researcher with a keen interest in heterogeneous photocatalysis to join the Catalytic Plasmonics (CPLAS) project.

CPLAS is £10 million programme grant funded by EPSRC to investigate light-driven energy-conversion at the nanoscale to promote chemical transformations.

The project aims to advance a new field of research ("plasmo-catalysis") which will take the light-harvesting capabilities of metallic nanostructures (commonly used as heterogeneous catalysts) and transform this energy to control chemical reaction pathways.

You will work towards understanding the characteristics of monometallic and bimetallic nanoparticle-based heterogeneous catalysts (particle size, composition, morphology) that promote selective hydrogenation chemistry under visible light irradiation.

The project will involve collaboration with CPLAS partners to fully understand these effects and will involve interaction with computational modelling, photo-physics, material synthesis, and catalytic expertise across the consortium.

You will join the research group of Dr Simon Freakley and develop strong links to partner institutions within the CPLAS project.

Further information
This is a fixed-term role for an initial period of two years.

What we can offer you:

- a very generous employer contributory pension scheme
- generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
- we are a family-friendly University and with an increasingly agile workforce, are open to flexible working arrangements
- an excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
- a wide range of personal and professional development opportunities
- a number of support options available for new and existing staff to help with the cost of some immigration expenses which you may be eligible for: Relocation allowance, Visa Reimbursement, Interest-Free Loan.

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