Research Associate in Molecular Magnetism

The University of Manchester; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job description

A postdoctoral position is available to work in the molecular magnetism group led by Prof Richard Winpenny and Prof David Collison in the Department of Chemistry. The project is funded by The Leverhulme Trust and will involve the synthesis and study of rings and chains of chromium(III), looking for novel structures and properties. The position is available immediately and would end in November 2025.

Applicants must have a PhD or equivalent in chemistry or a related discipline and experience of synthesis and characterisation techniques. Informal enquiries to Prof Richard Winpenny (Email: [e-mail]) are welcome. The post is available immediately.

What you will get in return:

• Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
• Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
• Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
• Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
• Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers

As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.

Our University is positive about flexible working - you can find out more here. Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.

Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies. Any recruitment enquiries from recruitment agencies should be directed to [e-mail]. Any CV's submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift.

Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:
Name: Richard Winpenny
Email: [e-mail]
General enquiries:
Email: [e-mail]
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This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.
Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.