Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Sonochemistry

We are seeking a full-time Postdoctoral Research Assistant to join the Kwan Research Group at the Department of Engineering Science at the Begbroke Science Park and Professor Edman Tsang in the Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory.  The post is funded by the EPSRC and is fixed-term until May 31st 2025 with the possibility for extension.

The EPSRC funded us to explore the sonocatalytic cracking of ammonia to form hydrogen gas. You will be responsible for the synthesis, chemical analysis, and characterisation of catalysts for the sonocatalytic cracking of ammonia. Furthermore, you will be expected to conduct the sonochemical experiments.

You will hold a relevant PhD/Dphil, (or near completion*) together with relevant experience and possess sufficient specialist knowledge in the discipline to work within established research programmes. You will have the ability to manage your own academic research and associated activities and have previous experience of contributing to publications/presentations.

Excellent communication skills, including the ability to write for publication, present research proposals and results, and represent the research group at meetings are also required.

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Professor James Kwan (email: [email protected]) or Professor Edman Tsang (email: [email protected])

For more information about working at the Department, see

www.eng.ox.ac.uk/about/work-with-us/ (Engineering)

http://www.chem.ox.ac.uk/graduatestudies/prospective.html (Chemistry)

Only online applications received before midday on 8th March 2024 can be considered. You will be required to upload a covering letter/supporting statement, including a brief statement of research interests (describing how past experience and future plans fit with the advertised position), CV and the details of two referees as part of your online application.

The Department holds an Athena Swan Bronze award, highlighting its commitment to promoting women in Science, Engineering and Technology. 

catalysis, sonochemistry, ammonia, synthesis, nanomaterials