The University of St Andrews is seeking anexperienced inorganic or materials chemist to lead on the daily operation of anewly established Power-to-X (P2X) Facility. This is a fixed-term position for48 months in the first instance, with the potential for extension subject tofunding.
The role is central to the delivery of astrategic research facility focused on carbon capture and utilisation. Itcombines responsibility for the operational management of the facility with asignificant scientific role, including technical oversight, user support andthe delivery of research aligned to the facility’s focus areas. The postholderwill oversee the commissioning of purpose-built reactor systems and takeresponsibility for the safe, effective and efficient operation of equipmentwithin the facility.
The successful candidate will join the research group of Dr Paul Webb (pbw@st-andrews.ac.uk ) who can becontacted informally for further information.
Employeesof the University have access to a wide range of staff benefits including:
Annual leave of 34days, plus 5 public holidays
Membership of theUSS Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions
A hybrid workingenvironment, including partial homeworking where appropriate and a range offamily friendly policies
Staff discountscheme for local and national goods and services
Free staffparking, employee Carshare and Cycle to Work Schemes and subsidised local bustravel
Subsidised sports membership, reduced tuition fees on degree programmesfor staff, access to training and development opportunities including LinkedInLearning, access to library facilities, salary sacrifice scheme
We particularly welcome applications from people from Black, Asian, minority ethnic and minority religions backgrounds and from LGBTQ+ and disabled people.
At St Andrews, equality, diversity, and inclusion are central to who we are and form a core pillar of our University Strategy. We are committed to creating a fair, inclusive and supportive workplace, reflected in our participation in national diversity charters and awards, including Athena Swan, Carer Positive and the Race Equality Charter.
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