Faculty of Science
School of Chemistry, Pharmacy and Pharmacology
Senior Research Associate
Ref: RA2357
Starting salary from £38,784 per annum, with an annual increment up to £46,049 per annum.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Research Associate to join the School of Chemistry Pharmacy and Pharmacology to conduct studies on the Ultrafast Spectroscopy of Novel Photomolecular Motors.
As a Senior Research Associate you will be associated with the EPSC funded project "Tuning Molecular Motors" and will contribute ideas and/or enhancement of techniques or methodologies. You will measure, analyse and interpret data, write up results and present information on research progress and outcomes. You will work closely with a second researcher carrying out gas-phase measurements on the same motors. You will also have the opportunity to contribute to grant and fellowship applications and may be involved in the supervision of researchers and teaching of students within the School.
You will have a postgraduate level research degree in Physical Chemistry or Physics (or equivalent qualification) or experience in a relevant research area of ultrafast spectroscopy. You will have a strong background in the design construction and application of ultrafast laser experiments. You will also have experience of independent research, have publications in respected journals within the field and be able to work in a proactive and results driven manner in a high paced environment. You will also have strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to analyse and interpret data and work effectively as part of a team.
This full-time post is available from 19 January 2026 on a fixed term basis for three years.
Benefits include:
- 44 days annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays and University Customary days (pro rata for part-time).
- Family and Work-life balance policies including hybrid working and considerable maternity, paternity, shared parental leave and adoption leave.
- Generous pension scheme with life cover for dependants, plus incapacity cover.
- Health and Wellbeing: discounted access to Sportspark facilities, relaxation rooms, 320 acres of rolling parkland, wellbeing walks, Wellbeing Ambassador network, on-campus medical centre including NHS Dentist, Occupational Health and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
- Campus Facilities: Sportspark, library, nursery, supermarket, post office, bars and catering outlets.
- Exclusive shopping discounts to help cut the cost of household bills, childcare salary sacrifice scheme, Cycle to Work scheme and public transport discounts.
- Personal Development: unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning courses, specialist advice and training from our Organisational Development and Professional Learning Team.
Closing date: 17 November 2025
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