Research Associate

Faculty of Engineering

Imperial College London -Department of Chemical Engineering

Salary £32,750 - £41,540 per annum (appointments are normally made at the bottom of the salary scale)

South Kensington Campus

Fixed Term Appointment for 24 months

Applications are invited to join a research program on “Catalyst Development and Testing” in the Department of Chemical Engineering, Imperial College London, under the supervision of Dr Marcos Millan. This postdoctoral position will focus on research on the synthesis, characterisation and testing of catalytic materials for high temperature energy applications. The laboratory work will consist on the development and operation of a high temperature facility for the testing of heterogeneous catalysts and membrane materials and their analysis by a range of solid characterisation techniques.

The suitable candidate will have a PhD (or equivalent) in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or a closely related discipline. You must be motivated, independent and hard-working with a strong research/technical background in the area of heterogeneous catalysis. Experience is required in the design and operation of high-temperature reactors as well as in the characterisation of solids by X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy, thermogravimetric analysis and specific surface area. Experience in high pressure reactors is desirable. Peer reviewed publications in the field are a requirement.

How to apply: Our preferred method of application is online via our website at: http://www3.imperial.ac.uk/employment (please select "job search" then enter the job title or vacancy reference number EN20140041AS into "keywords"). Please complete and upload an application form as directed.