A position is open for a Postdoctoral Research Associate as part of an ERC awarded project funded by UKIR at the University of Cambridge in the group Catalysis and Process Integration group led by Prof Laura Torrente.
Project Focus
The aim of the project is the development of catalysts for the synthesis and cracking of green ammonia with a focus on mechanism understanding of nitrogen activation and kinetics studies. The research will also involve the investigation of novel ammonia synthesis routes, including chemical looping systems.
Responsibilities
* Developing and driving research objectives
* Writing up work for presentation and publication
* Collaborating with academic and industrial partners
* Assisting in the supervision of student research projects
* Delivering seminars and occasional talks as outlined on the Further Particulars document
Qualifications
* Strong background in the synthesis and characterisation of heterogeneous catalysts
* Expertise in chemical reaction engineering, particularly the use of flow gas-phase reactors
* PhD in a relevant area or expected to receive PhD before the start of the appointment
* Experience in reactor design and commissioning, inorganic chemistry, nitrogen activation, and chemical looping would be advantageous
* Ability to work both as part of a team and independently
* Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills
Employment Details
Appointment at Research Associate level is dependent on having a PhD; those without a PhD will be appointed at Research Assistant level. Those who have submitted but not yet received their PhD will be appointed at Research Assistant level, which will be amended to Research Associate once the PhD has been awarded.
Fixed-term: until 28 February 2028 in the first instance, with a possibility of extension subject to sponsor agreement.
Reference
Reference: NQ49577
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