JOB PURPOSE
The post holder will undertake research in the area of Sustainably Derived Surfactants and Dispersants. The post holder will work in the Department of Chemistry carrying out both polymer synthesis and characterisation and will help develop and enhance its reputation, both internally and externally. They will work proactively with other project members in the successful execution of the project and fulfil other duties commensurate with the nature, level of responsibility, and grading of this post including secondments to partner laboratories.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
1.Conduct research into Sustainably Derived Surfactants and Dispersants within the local and wider based team
2.Work and communicate with the team across projects and project sites
3.Present oral and written reports on research progress and outcomes for regular dissemination within the team and steering groups.
4.Write up research work for publication.
5.Continually update your own knowledge and understanding in field or specialism and translate knowledge of advances in the subject area into research activity and impact.
6.Present complex information (orally and in writing) and material of relevant research results at both national and international academic meetings.
7.Contribute to the research environment within the area of research group by supporting undergraduate and postgraduate students and by engaging in regular group activities, such as group meetings.
8.Assist in the supervision of student projects and the development of student research skills at the University of Warwick and within the wider team.
9.To fully engage in widening participation in science events and be active in promoting and encouraging diversity.
10.To act with professionalism at all times and show respect to their colleagues and to understand and adhere to the University’s value of dignity at work; the post-holder will also be expected to work collegially and to support all the teams with which they have contact in achieving the University’s objectives.
11.Any other duties commensurate with the grade and level of responsibility of this post, for which the post holder has the necessary experience and/or training.
Person Specification
The Person Specification focuses on the knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications required to undertake the role effectively. This is measured by (a) Application Form, (b) Test/Exercise, (c) Interview, (d) Presentation.
Essential Criteria 1Hold, or about to attain, a PhD or equivalent in a relevant scientific discipline (e.g. chemistry, physics, materials science). (a, c)Essential Criteria 2Proven ability in research and evidence of quality research output in relevant field. (a, c)Essential Criteria 3Excellent knowledge of Polymer Chemistry/Science including experience of living polymerisation and carrying out chemical synthesis under an inert atmosphere. (a, c, d)Essential Criteria 4Previous experience in performing experimental polymer synthesis and characterisation and chemistry in flow. (a, c)Essential Criteria 5Ability to communicate complex scientific results effectively. (a, c, d)Essential Criteria 6Good working knowledge of Polymer characterisation methods and hands on GPC and NMR. (a, c, d)Essential Criteria 7Ability to work both independently and as part of a team on complex research programmes. (a, c)Essential Criteria 8Ability or potential to contribute to the development of funding proposals in order to generate external funding to support research projects. (a, c)Essential Criteria 9An understanding of equal opportunity issues as they may impact on areas of research content. (a, c)Essential Criteria 10Ability to fulfil any other duties commensurate with the nature, level of responsibility and grading of this post, as required. (a, c)Essential Criteria 11An ability to work collaboratively and effectively with academic and administrative colleagues, and with colleagues outside the University to promote collegiality. (a, c)Desirable Criteria 1Previous experience of hands on Polymer Chemistry. (a, c)Desirable Criteria 2Strong publication track record in relevant journals. (a, c)Desirable Criteria 3Previous experience in collaboration and engagement between academic and industrial scientists working in polymer science. (a, c, d)Desirable Criteria 4Experience of using photochemistry for polymer synthesis. (a, c)Desirable Criteria 5Experience of machine learning in the chemical sciences. (a, c)
