Postdoctoral Research Associate

Grade UE07: £40,497 to £48,149 per annum

College of Science and Engineering/School of Physics and Astronomy

Full-time: 35 hours per week

Fixed term: 12 months

The Opportunity:

We are looking for a researcher to join our group at the Centre for Science at Extreme Conditions (CSEC), belonging to the Institute for Condensed Matter and Complex Systems (ICMCS) of the University of Edinburgh. 

The appointed Postdoctoral Research Associate (PDRA) will utilise the laser-heated diamond anvil cell approach to synthesise novel and technologically relevant nitrogen-based materials. The PDRA will employ the newly-developed single-crystal X-ray diffraction of powder-like samples for the structural characterisation of nitrides, along with Raman spectroscopy measurements. This programme of research will be conducted in collaboration with researchers from the University of Bayreuth (Germany), the Commissariat à l’Énergie Atomique (France) as well as the University of Linköping (Sweden) and has been funded by the UKRI through a Future Leaders Fellowship (FLF).

Your skills and attributes for success: 

• Understanding of solid state physics, chemistry and materials science
• Demonstrated mastery of diamond anvil cell preparation and sample loading 
• Experience in synchrotron X-ray diffraction and Raman spectroscopy measurements
• Excellent communication and writing skills
• Motivated, hard-working, enthusiastic, curious and creative individual

Application Information: 

Please ensure you include the following documents in your application:

• CV
• Cover letter

As a valued member of our team you can expect:

• A competitive salary
• An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work. 
• To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community
• Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, competitive pension schemes, staff discounts, and family-friendly initiatives.