Research Coordinator in Crystaline Materials Discovery
Posted 1 week ago by Totaljobs
£59,966 Per year
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Liverpool, Merseyside
Summary: The Research Coordinator position at the University of Liverpool involves leading research efforts in crystallography, focusing on the development of automated methods for discovering crystalline materials. The role requires overseeing the chemistry and crystallography aspects of research while managing resources and personnel. A PhD in a relevant field and expertise in crystallography are essential for this position. The role also emphasizes a commitment to diversity and inclusion within the workforce.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide specialist advice and leadership in crystallography.
- Manage teams developing automated methods for crystalline material discovery.
- Oversee and coordinate chemistry and crystallography aspects of research.
- Ensure integration with other research areas, including robotic automation and machine-learning.
- Manage resources, infrastructure, and personnel related to the research area.
Key Skills:
- PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or Materials Science.
- Expertise in crystallography, including experience solving and reporting problematic crystal structures.
- Ability to lead a team of researchers.
- Strong management skills for resources and personnel.
- Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
Salary (Rate): £59,966 yearly
City: Liverpool
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
A Research Coordinator position is available in the group of Professor Andrew Cooper at the University of Liverpool.
The Research Coordinator will bring their expertise to strengthen the relevant areas of our research programme, particularly by providing specialist advice and leadership in crystallography. This will Include, managing the teams working on the development of new automated methods for the discovery of crystalline materials using powder and single crystal X-ray diffractometers.
A PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Physics or Materials Science and skills in crystallography (incl. experience solving and reporting problematic crystal structures) are essential, as well as the ability to lead a team of researchers working on projects in this area.
You will oversee and coordinate the chemistry and crystallography aspects of our research (predominantly in the area of crystalline materials), while also ensuring integration with the other research areas in the Cooper Group (i.e., robotic automation and machine-learning). Beyond the research, you will take responsibility for managing the resources, infrastructure (hardware and software) and personnel (recruitment, supervision and health and safety) associated with this research area.
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
We are committed to enhancing a workforce as diverse as our community and particularly encourage applicants who are of minoritised genders and ethnic backgrounds, living with a disability, and/or are members of the LGBTQIA+ community.