Main function
To conduct research within Computational Chemistry and contribute to the overall research performance of the School and University, carrying out research leading 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 conduct research within Computational Chemistry and contribute to the overall research performance of the School and University by the production of measurable outputs including bidding for funding, publishing in national academic journals and conferences, and the recruitment and supervision of postgraduate research students.
* To develop research objectives and proposals for own or joint research including research funding proposals.
* To attend and or present at conferences/seminars at a local and national level as required.
* To undertake administrative tasks associated with the research project, including the planning and organisation of the project and the implementation of procedures required to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
* To prepare research ethics and research governance applications as appropriate.
* To review and synthesise existing research literature within the field.
* To participate in School research activities.
* To build and create networks both internally and externally to the university, to influence decisions, explore future research requirements, and share research ideas for the benefit of research projects.
Other
* To engage effectively with industrial, commercial and public sector organisations, professional institutions, other academic institutions etc., regionally and nationally to raise awareness of the School's profile, to cultivate strategically valuable alliances, and to pursue opportunities for collaboration across a range of activities. These activities are expected to contribute to the School and the enhancement of its regional and national profile.
* To undergo personal and professional development that is appropriate to and which will enhance performance.
* To participate in School administration and activities to promote the School and its work to the wider University and the outside world.
* Any other duties not included above, but consistent with the role.
Person Specification
Person Specification
Essential Criteria
Qualifications and Education
* Postgraduate degree at PhD level (or nearing completion / submission) in a related subject area or relevant industrial experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
* An established expertise and proven portfolio of research and/or relevant industrial experience within the following research fields:
* Multi-scale modelling.
* Heterogeneous catalysis.
* Working in large collaborative programmes.
* Knowledge of current status of research in specialist field.
* Proven ability to publish in international journals and present at national/international conferences.
* Proven ability to be successful in competitive research funding or knowledge and understanding of competitive research funding to be able to develop applications to funding bodies
* Proven ability in effective and persuasive communication.
* Ability to supervise the work of others to focus team efforts and motivate individuals.
Other
* Proven ability to demonstrate creativity, innovation and team-working within work.
* Proven ability to work without close supervision.
Desirable Criteria
* Relevant professional qualification(s)- if applicable please specify.
* Evidence of collaborations with industry.
* Proven ability to adapt to the changing requirements of the Higher Education community.
* Evidence of ability to participate in and develop both internal and external networks and utilise them to enhance the research activities of the School.
Additional Information
Additional Information
The Great British Chemicals (GBC) National Hub is leading the UK's transformation to a planet-positive chemicals industry, addressing urgent challenges in sustainability, decarbonisation, and circularity.
Bringing together a UK-wide consortium of 10 universities and diverse industrial partners, the Hub combines expertise in chemistry, engineering, biosciences, economics, social sciences, and digital innovation to deliver scalable, low-emission technologies and strategies for net-zero.
Building on major UKRI investments, GBC will target high-impact interventions, accelerate technology scale-up, and foster industrial symbiosis by harnessing CO₂, recycled carbon, and renewable feedstocks.
We will develop and apply experimental and multi-scale (atoms-to-systems) computational approaches to understand, optimise, and predict thermo-catalytic processes, crucial for reducing fossil fuel reliance in chemical technologies.
By integrating atomistic simulations with macroscopic insights, Cardiff and Southampton partners will:
(1) elucidate catalytic reaction mechanisms under thermal conditions;
(2) design efficient processes by optimising catalysts and reaction conditions for the UK chemical industry;
(3) bridge simulation scales—from atomistic to microkinetics and computational fluid dynamics—to strengthen experimental findings and evaluate economic and environmental impacts;
(4) advance decarbonisation by replacing fossil feedstocks with sustainable alternatives in catalytic processes such as ammonia synthesis.
Salary Range Min.
41,064
Salary Range Max.
46,049
Job Category
Academic - Research
Grade
Grade 6