Innovation Fellow in Chemical Science (materials synthesis) (A3115)

The Department of Chemistry at Lancaster University is seeking an outstanding and motivated candidate for the post of Innovation Fellow to deliver R&D support to SMEs in the Lancashire through Next Generation Material Synthesis, Formulations and Characterisation to work on the £4.9M Next Generation Chemistry Project. The NextGenChem is a co-designed programme between Lancaster University and Yordas Group and partly funded by the European Regional Development Fund. The programme offers innovation support to over 300 SMEs in the Lancashire area involved in chemicals production and usage such as in the aerospace, automotive, energy, applied healthcare and life sciences sectors using Next Generation Chemistry.

This position involves working with local SMEs to diagnose their R&D challenges and develop Next Generation materials and chemical formulations. The Innovation Fellow is expected to work across a range of industrial sectors, such as Aerospace, Automotive, Chemical Manufacturing and Formulators, Energy, Health Care & Life Sciences.

You should have a PhD degree in chemistry with experience to work on materials synthesis for industrial solutions. Having knowledge of a wide range of characterisation techniques would be an advantage. The successful candidate will work across several laboratories and with Academics at Lancaster University. We would anticipate the successful candidate has previous experience of working with industry and willing to learn new skills.

Candidates are encouraged to make an informal e-mail enquiry prior to making an application, by contacting Professor Joe Sweeney. 

You will join us on an indefinite contract however, the role remains contingent on external funding which, at this time is for 24 months, with a possible extension to 27 months, subject to funding body approval.

Lancaster University is among the best in the UK. Top 10 in three main league tables, we also have a TEF Gold rating for teaching and we're highly ranked in international league tables such as the QS World Rankings. We're proud to have been named International University of the Year by The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2020. Lancaster is also ranked 3rd in the UK for graduate-level employment in the Complete University Guide 2020. From the facilities you need on campus, to the historic city on your doorstep, Lancaster is made for learning.

Interviews will be held week commencing 14 December 2020.

We welcome applications from people in all diversity groups.

Closing Date: 29 Nov 2020
Category: Research