Research Assistant in Heterogeneous Catalysis - Cardiff, United Kingdom - Cardiff University

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Research Assistant in Heterogeneous Catalysis

Cardiff School of Chemistry

Cardiff University
We seek to recruit an enthusiastic, highly motivated scientist with proven intellectual and technical abilities to work on a one year project on Heterogeneous Catalysis for the Direct Synthesis of Hydrogen Peroxide part-funded by the Max Planck Centre on the Fundamentals of Heterogeneous Catalysts (Funcat)

This collaborative project focuses on the preparation of supported tailormade mixed metal alloy nanoparticles with controlled morphology, particle size and composition and their use as catalysts in the direct synthesis of hydrogen peroxide and use of this hydrogen peroxide in situ for use by chemocatalysts or enzymes. The emphasis of the research at Cardiff will be concerned with carrying out the catalytic reactions and using the results to design improved catalysts. Experience in liquid phase heterogeneously catalysed reactions for the synthesis of hydrogen peroxide is highly desirable.
Further information is available at the following group webpages:
This position is full time (35 hours per week) and is available from 1 July 2023 for 1 year.-
Salary: £28,762
£33,314 per annum (Grade 5). We do not anticipate that an appointment be made above £31,411 per annum (Grade

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Supporting Statement for 16103BR

Date advert posted:

Tuesday, 21 February 2023

Closing date:
Tuesday, 21 March 2023

Cardiff University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and to creating an inclusive working environment. We believe this can be achieved through attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse range of staff from many different backgrounds who have the ambition to create a University which seeks to fulfil our social, cultural and economic obligation to Cardiff, Wales, and the world. In supporting our employees to achieve a balance between their work and their personal lives, we will also consider proposals for flexible working or job share arrangements.

Cardiff University is a signatory to the San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment (DORA), which means that in hiring and promotion decisions we will evaluate applicants on the quality of their research, not publication metrics or the identity of the journal in which the research is published.

More information is available at:
Responsible research assessment - Research - Cardiff University

Main Function

To contribute to research within the field of Heterogeneous Catalysis for the Direct Synthesis of Hydrogen Peroxide, carrying out supporting work that helps lead to the publishing of high-quality research.

To pursue excellence in research and to inspire others to do the same.
Main Duties and Responsibilities

Research

To undertake research within Heterogeneous Catalysis for the Direct Synthesis of Hydrogen Peroxide by planning, preparing, setting up, conducting and recording the outcome of experiments.
Actively participate within the research group, communicating and presenting research at meetings, through publications and other recognised avenues as appropriate, ensuring information is communicated to internal and external partners.
To contribute and support research publications and presentations as required.
To contribute and support research funding bids as required.
To analyse and communicate complex ideas, concepts and data using appropriate methods and packages.
To resolve issues and support colleagues in devising procedures required to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
To generate research output and contribute to the development of independent and original ideas as appropriate.
To provide support in research activities for undergraduate courses and research. programmes and provide guidance to other members of staff within the research team.
To maintain and update area of specialist knowledge, researching and critically appraising relevant literature within the area.

Other

To participate in School administration and activities to promote the School and its work to the wider University and the outside world.
To undergo personal and professional development that is appropriate to and which will enhance performance.
To ensure that an understanding of the importance of confidentiality is applied when undertaking all duties.
To abide by the University policies on Health and Safety and Equality, Diversity & Inclusion.
Any other duties not included above, but consistent with the role.

Person SpecificationEssential Criteria**
Qualifications and Education

A degree in Chemistry, or equivalent experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Knowledge of research methods and techniques within Heterogeneous Catalysis for the Direct Synthesis of Hydrogen Peroxide.
3. Proven ability to analyse complex information and summarise appropriately.
Communication and Team Working
Proven communication skills, includi