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Applications are invited for the post of Associate Professor of Organic Chemistry in the Department of Chemistry. The successful candidate will also be appointed to a Tutorial Fellowship at Merton College, under arrangements described in the Job Description and Selection Criteria. The appointment will be initially for 5 years at which point, upon completion of a successful review, the postholder will be eligible for reappointment to the retiring age. **We wish to appoint a candidate with** **a strong, contemporary research vision whose interests are centred in organic chemistry.** A wide range of research interests are appropriate from across the breadth of the subject, for example (but not limited to) the development of new synthetic methods including emerging technologies, mechanistic studies including computation, organic materials, and biocatalysis. You will join a lively, intellectually stimulating and multi-disciplinary community which performs at the highest international levels in research and teaching, with exceptional innovation, creativity and entrepreneurship. Candidates should hold a doctorate in a field relevant to Organic Chemistry, and have a very strong track record, or show outstanding promise, in independent research. They should be able to demonstrate their ability to attract research funding from appropriate sources. If already in an academic position, they should provide evidence of the ability to lead a group of researchers at different career stages. They should be able to demonstrate excellence (or the potential for excellence) in teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels, and participate in the administration of the subject and in the wider life and governance of the College. The University of Oxford is committed to fostering an inclusive culture that promotes equality, values diversity, and maintains a working, learning and social environment in which the rights and dignity of all its staff and students are respected. We recognise that the broad range of experiences that a diverse staff and student body brings strengthens our research and enhances our teaching, and that in order for Oxford to remain a world-leading institution we must continue to provide an inclusive, fair and open environment that allows everyone to grow and flourish. We particularly welcome applications from female and black and minority ethnic candidates, and also from early career researchers. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive interview process and will reimburse up to £250 towards any additional care costs (for a dependent child or adult) incurred as a result of attending an interview for this position. The post will be based in the Department of Chemistry, South Parks Road, Oxford, OX1 3QR and Merton College, Merton Street, Oxford OX1 4JD. The combined University and College salary will be according to experience on a scale from £52,815 – £70,918 p.a. Benefits of the Fellowship at Merton College include a college housing allowance of £20,000 (or rent-free accommodation with a residence allowance, and subject to availability, a tutorial allowance of £6,000 p.a., and a research allowance of up to £3,800 p.a.. An allowance of £3,078 p.a. would be payable upon award of Full Professor title. Applications are particularly welcome from women and black and minority ethnic candidates, who are under-represented in academic posts in Oxford. **All applicants will be judged on merit, according to the selection criteria.** **Only applications received before 12.00 noon on 29 March 2024 can be considered.** The interviews are likely to take place in early May 2024 in Oxford. The anticipated start date is October 2024. Enquiries about the post should be addressed to Ms Natalie Armstrong, PA to Professor Edward Anderson; email: natalie.armstrong@chem.ox.ac.uk. All enquiries will be treated in strict confidence and will not form part of the selection decision.
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Associate Professorship of Organic Chemistry Department of Chemistry, University of Oxford in association with Merton College Post Associate Professorship in Organic Chemistry Department Chemistry Division Mathematical, Physical and Life Sciences College Merton College Permanent upon completion of a successful review. The re-view is conducted during the first 5 years. Contract type Salary Combined University and College Salary within the range £52,815 to £70,918 p.a., plus additional benefits including a College housing allowance of £20,000 p.a. (or rent-free accommodation with a residence allowance, and subject to availability), a tutorial allowance of £6,000 p.a., and a research allowance of up to £3,800 p.a.. An additional allowance of £3,078 is payable upon award of the title of Full Professor. Welcome to the Department of Chemistry and Merton College As head of the Organic Chemistry and Chemical Biology Section, I would like to welcome you to the Department of Chemistry, and to let you know a little more about us. Our section comprises around 25 academic research groups, and covers a diversity of science including synthesis, catalysis, organic materials, chemical biology, and computation; most research groups are based in our state-of-the-art Chemistry Research Laboratory. We are a highly collegiate group who welcome and promote inclusivity and diversity. Our ambition is to discover world-leading, exciting and impactful chemistry, and we have an excellent track record in terms of publications and funding. In addition to a supportive research environment, you will also find an extensive seminar programme, and a diverse, multinational community of postdocs and students. I hope this gives you a useful introduction to our Section, and I also hope to have the opportunity to welcome you to the Department in due course. Prof. Edward Anderson As the Warden of Merton College, I would like to add my welcome. Merton is a wonderful, close-knit community with a well-earned reputation for academic excellence. We are proud of the achievements of our academic staff and students and seek to foster an environment in which all our members thrive. The College is an extraordinary place, not only because of those who study and live here, but because of our incredible surroundings. Our buildings reflect our 750-year history with some dating back to medieval times, including the Dining Hall, Chapel and Old Library (the longest continually functioning academic library in the world). We are also incredibly fortunate in having beautiful outdoor spaces, overlooking meadows and protected by the old city wall, while still being in the city centre. Despite Merton College’s long existence, we continue to look ahead and strive to provide teaching, facilities and wider support that are relevant to today’s students. The College has a friendly, vibrant atmosphere, with regular activities and events, many of which bring together academic staff, undergraduates and postgraduates. We have a stong commitment to widening participation and to attracting academically talented applicants, whatever their background. You will find more information about Merton within these further particulars, but I hope that this provides a brief introduction to our beautiful college. Professor Jennifer Payne Warden, Merton College The Role The Department of Chemistry and Merton College are seeking to appoint an Associate Professor of Organic Chemistry, with an anticipated start date of October 2024, or as soon as possible thereafter. The successful candidate will also be appointed to a Tutorial Fellowship by Merton College, under joint arrangements described below, where they will act as tutor in Organic Chemistry, and will be a trustee of the College and a member of its Governing Body. We wish to appoint a candidate with a strong, contemporary research vision whose interests are centred in organic chemistry. A wide range of research interests are appropriate from across the breadth of the subject, for example (but not limited to) the development of new synthetic methods including emerging technologies, mechanistic studies including computation, organic materials, and biocatalysis. You will join a lively, intellectually stimulating and multi-disciplinary community which performs at the highest international levels in research and teaching, with exceptional innovation, creativity and entrepreneurship. Associate Professor is the main academic career grade at Oxford. Associate Professors are expected to lead a successful programme of research, develop the careers of people in their group, the Department and wider environment, be an enthusiastic and engaging teacher, and promote equality, diversity, and inclusion across all facets of the Collegiate University. Associate Professors are appointed jointly by a University Department and an Oxford College, and you will have a contract with both. Further information about the role of College Tutorial Fellows is found here. Associate Professors are full members of their University department and College governing bodies, playing a role in the democratic governance of both. There is considerable flexibility in the organisation of duties, with three 8-week undergraduate teaching terms and generous sabbatical leave to help balance teaching and research (see the Benefits, Terms and Conditions section for further details of sabbatical leave). There is potential for temporary changes to the balance of duties between College and University to enable a focus on different aspects of work at different stages in your career. Oxford offers many opportunities for professional development in research and teaching. Associate Professors may apply for the title of full Professor in annual exercises; if the title is conferred, you will also have access to professorial merit pay opportunities. In exceptional cases, the title of full Professor may be awarded on appointment. Appointments are confirmed as permanent on successful completion of a review during the first five years. The vast majority of Associate Professors successfully complete this initial review Duties of the post For the University: Research 1 Establish/maintain an internationally competitive research group in the field of organic chemistry, fostering a collaborative, inclusive and supportive research environment among all staff and students 2 Support your research programme by the submission of competitive grant proposals, and contribute to the growth of distinctive areas of expertise in the Department and wider University 3 Establish/maintain a strong publication record (appropriate to the stage of career, and accounting for career breaks), and disseminate your group’s research through participation in international conferences, seminars, and other media 4 Engage in activities to enable your research to have wider impact beyond academia, using innovative methods and collaborating with external stakeholders (which could include other educational organisations, government, NGOs, or wider society, for example via Outreach activities) Teaching and Supervision 1 Contribute to the delivery, ongoing development / improvement and diversification of the undergraduate curriculum within the Department, including delivering lectures, participating in examining and other forms of assessment, and undertaking laboratory demonstrating as appropriate. 2 Supervise 4th-year undergraduate (Part II) and doctoral students. 3 Engage in graduate teaching as appropriate. 4 Take responsibility for the pastoral care of students studying Chemistry within the Department and College (alongside the College Welfare Team). General Duties 1 Ensure all lab, field and office work is undertaken safely and that your team has a proactive approach to safety and to mental and physical health 2 Embed the principles of mutual respect, equality, diversity and inclusivity in all aspects of your work and in interactions with colleagues; undertake training as and when asked to do so 3 Engage positively with the Department and play an active role in the administrative and governance of the Department Duties of the post, continued For Merton College 1 Engage in advanced study and research. 2 Teach topics in organic chemistry to Chemistry undergraduates at Merton College through tutorials (smallgroup teaching) of six weighted* hours per week, averaged across the three eight-week teaching terms of the academic year.. *The Colleges operate a ‘weighted hours’ scheme, whereby a one-to-one tutorial counts as one stint hour, a two-person tutorial as 1.25 hours; a three-person as 1.5 hours. Tutorials consist of ~1 hour of academic discussion between the tutor and students, and tutors are expected to mark written work before each tutorial. 3 Share responsibility for the organisation of teaching of Chemistry within the College including, as necessary, arranging specialist teaching by colleagues in other colleges, and assisting with the appointment and oversight of the work of other college teaching staff in Chemistry. 4 Set and mark tutorial work and internal college exams (collections), and monitor and report on student progress, through termly written reports and by attendance at student progress meetings with the Warden (Head of the College). 5 Act as Director of Studies for Chemistry, and take responsibility for the pastoral support of undergraduates reading Chemistry, liaising with relevant welfare colleagues, as appropriate. 6 Participate in the College’s admissions procedures (undergraduate and postgraduate), and in outreach activities including Open Days and the College’s access schemes, which may fall outside of full term. 7 Act as College Advisor to a small number of graduate students at the College reading Chemistry or closely related disciplines. 8 Participate in the administration and governance of the College, which includes exercising the duties of a Trustee as a member of the Governing Body, attending meetings of the Governing Body (three per term), serving on College Committees (including the Warden and Tutors’ Committee), taking an appropriate share in the administrative work, and on occasion taking on College offices (leadership roles). 9 Contribute to the intellectual life and activities of the College as an academic and research community, including through attendance at student events and dinners. Selection criteria Your application will be judged only against the criteria which are set out below. You should ensure that your application shows clearly how your skills and experience meet these criteria. The University demonstrates its support for DORA (San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment) to which the University became a signatory in 2018. The University is committed to fairness, consistency and transparency in selection decisions. Members of selection committees will be aware of the principles of equality of opportunity, fair selection and the risks of bias. There will be both female and male committee members. If, for any reason, you have taken a career break, suffered with a longterm illness or debilitating condition (e.g. long-COVID), or have had an atypical career and wish to disclose this in your application, the selection committee will take this into account, recognising that the quantity of your research may be reduced as a result. Qualification and Research Essential A doctorate in an area relevant to the field of organic chemistry Essential An internationally recognised academic research record within the field of organic chemistry, or be on a trajectory to achieve this Essential A strong publication record that demonstrates impact within the field appropriate to your career stage, allowing for career breaks or personal circumstances Essential The ability to develop an independent programme of research, and attract and manage significant research funding Teaching Essential Commitment to and an excellent track record in teaching, and the ability to educate and inspire high-achieving undergraduate students from all backgrounds and to help them reach their full potential Desirable A creative approach to teaching Personal effectiveness Essential The ability to support and guide a research group of post-doctoral staff and research students, and help them to develop into successful independent researchers Essential Communication and interpersonal skills enabling the formation of good working relationships with colleagues, students and collaborators Essential Ability and commitment to provide pastoral and academic support for students and researchers at all stages in their university career Essential Good citizenship and a willingness to undertake administrative duties (within reason) to support the smooth running of the Department and the College. A commitment to advocating for equality, diversity and inclusion in research, teaching and/or the broader community Desirable Achievement of impact of research beyond academia and a readiness to communicate to a wider public the central interest and importance of the field How to apply Click on the Apply Now button on the ‘Job Details’ page and follow the on-screen instructions to register as a new user, or log-in if you have applied previously. Please refer to the “Terms of Use” in the left hand menu bar for information about privacy and data protection. You will also be asked to upload the following: • A supporting statement, not exceeding two A4 pages, explaining how your application meets each of the selection criteria for the post, using examples of your skills and experience, employment, education; including details of any career breaks if relevant (such as time out to care for dependants); • A full CV, which should not exceed four A4 pages, plus a list of publications; • A summary of your current research interests and future research plans, which should not exceed six A4 pages; • Details of three referees, and an indication of whether the University may contact them upon shortlisting. The University and colleges welcome applications from candidates who have a disability or long-term health condition and is committed to providing long term support. The University’s disability advisor can provide support to applicants with a disability, please see disability support for details. Please let us know if you need any adjustments to the recruitment process, including the provision of these documents in large print, audio or other formats. If we invite you for interviews, we will ask whether you require any particular arrangements at the interview. The University Access Guide gives details of physical access to University buildings. Please upload all documents as PDF files with your name and the document type (CV, Research Summary etc.) in the filename. All applications must be received by 12.00 noon on the closing date stated in the online advertisement. Should you experience any difficulties using the online application system, please email recruitment.support@admin.ox.ac.uk. To return to the online application at any stage, please log back in and click the “My applications” button on the left hand side of the page. Please note that you will be notified of the progress of your application by automatic emails from our e-recruitment system; please check your spam/junk mail regularly to ensure that you receive all emails. Short-listed candidates will be invited for interview, for which all reasonable and previously agreed expenses will be reimbursed. As part of the interview process, candidates will be asked to give a short research presentation, and a teaching presentation as if to an audience of undergraduates (for which students may be present). The interviews are likely to take place in early May and candidates must be available to travel to Oxford for this period. The anticipated start date is October 2024. Short-listed candidates will have the opportunity to visit and meet with colleagues in both the Department of Chemistry and Merton College. Neither of these visits will constitute part of the selection process. Candidates will be offered overnight accommodation during the interview period if required. We welcome informal enquiries about the role, which should be directed to Professor Ed Anderson (edward.anderson@chem.ox.ac.uk), or to the Senior Tutor at Merton College (jane.gover@merton.ox.ac.uk). The Department of Chemistry The mission of Oxford Chemistry is to advance the fundamental understanding of chemistry, and to use that knowledge to address major challenges for society. Oxford Chemistry maintains world-class strengths in research across chemistry, and in the training of outstanding young scientists, whilst being an outward looking, collaborative department that engages widely with other disciplines, industry, public services, government and the general public. We are a large department within the University’s Mathematical, Physical and Life Sciences Division with over 80 research groups and 900 researchers including 400 graduate research students. Our MChem degree takes 180 students a year and features the distinctive tutorials of Oxford, an innovative three-year programme of practical teaching within our state-of-the-art teaching laboratory, and a 4th year focused entirely on research, usually based within one of our research groups. Research in Oxford Chemistry focuses on fundamental science that makes significant and sustained long-term impact. We provide an environment that enables research by hiring, developing, and supporting talented researchers, many of whom are recognised as international leaders, across the spectrum of the chemical sciences. Our students and staff work in excellent research facilities to deliver field-leading research that crosses traditional boundaries and engages strongly with other disciplines, both within Oxford and across a range of external sectors. The impact of our research in the wider economy and society is manifest in our many industrial and clinical collaborations and successful start-ups. Our eight research themes and business engagements showcase the breadth and depth of our research across the chemical sciences. Oxford Chemistry is located across a number of buildings within the University’s science area, including a modern RIBA award-winning dedicated research facility and a state-of-the-art practical teaching laboratory. Researchers are supported by a research infrastructure within Chemistry that includes NMR, Mass Spectrometry, Crystallography, Surface Analysis, Inorganic Materials Characterisation, Advanced Electron Spin Resonance, and highperformance computing facilities, as well as access to facilities across the wider University, and national research facilities including the Rosalind Franklin Institute and Diamond Light Source. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in Oxford Chemistry We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse community of students and staff based on core values of respect, equality and collaboration. The Department has an active Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) committee, and since 2015 we have held an AthenaSWAN silver award in recognition of our efforts to introduce organisational and cultural practices which promote gender equality and create a better working environment for all. We promote familyfriendly policies and support flexible working arrangements where possible. For more information about the University’s family friendly benefits, please also see here. Find out more about the Department, our work and our people here. The Mathematical, Physical and Life Sciences Division The Mathematical, Physical, and Life Sciences (MPLS) Division is one of the four academic divisions of the University. Oxford is widely recognised as one of the world's leading science universities and the MPLS Division is home to our nonmedical sciences, with 9 academic departments that span the full spectrum of the mathematical, computational, physical, engineering and life sciences, and undertake both fundamental research and cutting -edge applied work. Our research tackles major societal and technological challenges – whether developing new energy solutions or improved cancer treatments, understanding climate change processes, or helping to preserve biodiversity, and is increasingly focused on key interdisciplinary issues. We collaborate closely with colleagues in Oxford across the medical sciences, social sciences and humanities, and with other universities, research organisations and industrial partners across the globe in pursuit of innovative research geared to address critical and fundamental scientific questions. The disciplines within the MPLS Division regularly appear at the highest levels in rankings, including the Times Higher Education and QS world rankings. Nationally, the quality of the Division’s research outputs and environment, and the resulting impact, was recognised through strong performances in the UK Research Excellence Framework in both 2014 and 2021. MPLS is proud to be the home of some of the most creative and innovative scientific thinkers and leaders. Our researchers have been awarded some of the most significant scientific honours and we have a strong tradition of attracting and nurturing the very best early career researchers who regularly secure prestigious fellowships and faculty positions. MPLS is at the forefront of promoting equality, diversity and inclusion within the Collegiate University. We provide support to our departments to enable them to diversify their staffing, providing benefits to all, offer an array of development opportunities, and we are pleased to note that all academic departments in the Division hold Athena S WAN Awards. We have around 7,000 full and part-time students (including approximately 3,500 graduate students) and play a major role in training the next generation of leading scientists. Oxford's international reputation for excellence in teaching is reflected in its position at the top of the major league tables and subject assessments. Through a mixture of lectures, practical work and the distinctive college tutorial system, students develop their ability to solve diverse mathematical, scientific and engineering problems. MPLS is dedicated to bringing the wonder and potential of science to the attention of audiences far beyond the wor ld of academia. We have a strong commitment to supporting public engagement in science through initiatives including the Oxford Sparks portal and a large variety of outreach activities; these are crucial activities given so many societal and technological issues demand an understanding of the science that underpins them. We also bring the potential of our scientific efforts forward for practical and beneficial application to the real world and our desire, aided by the work of Oxford University Innovation and Oxford Sciences Innovation, is to link our best scientific minds with industry and public policy makers. Access more information about the MPLS division here. Merton College There are 39 self-governing and independent colleges at Oxford, giving both academic staff and students the benefits of belonging to a small, interdisciplinary community as well as to a large, internationally-renowned institution. The collegiate system fosters a strong sense of community, bringing together leading academics and students across subjects, and from different cultures and countries. Merton College was founded in 1264 by Walter de Merton, and is one of the oldest colleges in Oxford. It was the first fully self-governing college in the University of Oxford and was originally founded for twenty fellows, with undergraduates being formally admitted in the early 1380s. Over the centuries, many eminent scholars and cultural leaders have called Merton home including three Nobel Prize winners and an Abel Prize winner. Merton College has a strong commitment to excellence in research and teaching across a range of subjects in the Sciences, Humanities, and Social Sciences. Information about the College can be found here. The College community currently comprises around 590 students (320 undergraduates and 270 postgraduates), some 70 Fellows, 50 other academic staff and over 100 members of support staff. On average the College has around 20 research fellows at any one time. A number of Merton Fellows and gr aduates take part in the College’s interdisciplinary discussion groups, currently organised in three areas: the Ockham Lectures, Biomedical and Life Sciences, and the History of the Book. In addition, the College convenes a number of research talks through out the year and fosters international collaboration through an active Visiting Researcher scheme including provision of accommodation for scholars. The College strives to create a diverse, welcoming, inclusive and supportive community in which its students can thrive. Chemistry at Merton Merton College admits six undergraduates per year for the four-year undergraduate degree in Chemistry. There are currently 10 graduate students reading for higher degrees in Chemistry. Merton’s Chemistry Society, the Frederick Soddy Society, is named after the Merton Chemist who won a Nobel Prize in 1921 for his contribution to the knowledge of the chemistry of radioactive substances, and his investigations into the origin and nature of isotopes. All undergraduate and postgraduate chemists of the College are automatically members. The Society organises a number of events throughout the year, including an annual Frederick Soddy Lecture. Information on the undergraduate degree courses and information about Chemistry at the University of Oxford and at Merton College can be found at the following links: Undergraduate Study Chemistry at Merton The successful candidate will join Merton as one of its two Tutors in Chemistry, alongside Professor Madhavi Krishnan (Physical Chemistry) whose research interests include single molecule science, intermolecular interactions, electrostatics at the nanoscale, biophysics and soft condensed matter. In addition, the College has a permanent Lecturer in Inorganic Chemistry, Dr Michael Laidlaw. About the University of Oxford Oxford’s departments and colleges aim to lead the world in research and education for the benefit of society both in the UK and globally. Oxford’s researchers engage with academic, commercial and cultural partners across the world to stimulate high-quality research and enable innovation through a broad range of social, policy and economic impacts. Oxford’s self-governing community of international scholars includes Professors, Associate Professors, other college tutors, senior and junior research fellows and a large number University research staff. Research at Oxford combines disciplinary depth with an increasing focus on inter-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary activities addressing a rich and diverse range of issues. Oxford’s strengths lie both in empowering individuals and teams to address fundamental questions of global significance, and in providing all staff with a welcoming and inclusive workplace that supports everyone to develop and do their best work. Recognising that diversity is a great strength, and vital for innovation and creativity, Oxford aspires to build a truly inclusive community which values and respects every individual’s unique contribution. While Oxford has long traditions of scholarship, it is also forwardlooking, creative and cutting-edge. Oxford is one of Europe's most entrepreneurial universities. It consistently has the highest external research income of any university in the UK (the most recent figures are available here) and regularly creates spinout companies based on academic research generated within and owned by the University. Oxford is also recognised as a leading supporter of social enterprise. Oxford admits undergraduate students with the intellectual potential to benefit fully from the small group learning to which Oxford is deeply committed. Meeting in small groups with their tutor, undergraduates are exposed to rigorous scholarly challenge and learn to develop their critical thinking, their ability to articulate their views with clarity, and their personal and intellectual confidence. They receive a high level of personal attention from leading academics. Oxford has a strong postgraduate student body, who are attracted to Oxford by the international standing of the faculty, by the rigorous intellectual training on offer, by the excellent research and laboratory facilities available, and by the resources of the museums and libraries, including one of the world’s greatest libraries, the Bodleian. More information is available here College Benefits, Terms and Conditions Salary, benefits and pension The College component of the salary will be on the scale for Associate Professors, as detailed above. Tutors appointed below the top of this range will receive annual increments to their College stipend until they reach the top point. The Tutor will be enrolled as a member of the Universities Superannuation Scheme but may opt out. The Tutor will be entitled to the following benefits and allowances: • A Tutor who wishes to live in College may be provided with single accommodation in College free of rent, and will receive a Residence Allowance of £1,506 p.a.. Rent-free provision of this type of accommodation attracts a modest benefit-in-kind tax charge; • A Tutor who does not live in any accommodation provided by the College will receive a pensionable, taxable External Household Allowance of £20,000 p.a.; • The College has some houses of its own which are designated as ‘Tutors’ Houses’ but there is no guarantee that such a house will be available. However, the College will provide a flat or small house near the College on a temporary basis, i.e. for up to the first five years of appointment, if that is desired. Both categories of accommodation are provided rentfree and the Tutor will receive an Internal Household Allowance of £3,012 p.a.. Rent free provision of this type of accommodation attracts a modest benefit-in-kind tax charge; • The College operates a joint equity scheme limited to 50% of the value of the property or £500,000, whichever is the smaller; • Every Fellow has the right to free meals at the Common Table of the College when the kitchens are open; • Full Membership of the Senior Common Room (for which a small monthly subscription is payable); • A Tutor will be provided with a teaching room in College; • The College insures Fellows, cohabiting partners, and dependent children under the age of 21, with a Medical Insurance Company free of charge (the premium is assessable as a taxable benefit); • The Tutor may apply each year for reimbursement of up to £3,800 of qualifying research expenses; • A Tutor receives a pensionable, taxable Tutorial Allowance of £6,000 p.a.; • A Tutor receives a taxable entertainment allowance of £450 p.a.; • The College provides for sick leave on the same basis as the University; Length of appointment The appointment is subject to an initial probationary period of 5 years, with an interim review of performance held halfway through this period. At the expiration of the initial five-year period, a Tutor may be appointed until retirement, having met the criteria for re-appointment in accordance with the College Bylaws. The procedure, which is complementary to, but separate from, that described in the University details, is that a Tutor shall submit to the Senior Tutor a report on their activities since appointment under the three headings of teaching; research and publication; and College and University administration. The College shall ask for a report from the Department concerned. Re-election to a Fellowship is subsequently reviewed by the College every seven years in accordance with the College’s Statutes and Bylaws. Given the nature of Associate Professorships, with postholders having contracts with both the University and College, Merton has been aligned with the University on the Employer Justified Retirement Age (EJRA) for academic positions. The EJRA policy of the College is currently being reviewed. A notice period of at least three months, to include one complete Full Term is required. If the Fellow should vacate the Associate Professorship, or other University office on which the holding of this Fellowship is dependent, the Fellowship must thereupon be vacated. Sabbatical leave The Fellow will be eligible for sabbatical and other leave in accordance with the College Bylaws applying from time to time. The College’s sabbatical leave scheme normally allows for leave of absence on full pay for one term in every seven terms of qualifying service provided that satisfactory alternative teaching arrangements are made, and also that, if the Tutor holds any office of profit during the period of their leave, the Governing Body shall have power to revise or discontinue their stipend as Tutor for that period. Family support The College provides maternity and paternity leave on the same basis as the University. Full details can be found here. Relocation expenses Subject to HMRC regulations, the College pays relocation expenses on the same basis as the University, with any allowable relocation expenses shared between the University and the College in proportion to the stipend paid by each. Equality of opportunity The policy and practice of Merton College require that all staff are offered equal opportunities within employment. Entry into employment with the College and progression within employment will be determined only by personal merit and the application of criteria which are related to the duties of each particular post and the relevant salary structure. In all cases, ability to perform the job will be the primary consideration. Subject to statutory provisions, no applicant or member of staff will be treated less favourably than another because of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Medical questionnaire and the right to work in the UK The appointment will be subject to the satisfactory completion of a medical questionnaire and the provision of proof of the right to work in the UK. University Benefits, Terms and Conditions Details of University policy in the following areas can be found at the links provided. Academic Staff Pay Promoting diversity USS Pension Other benefits and discounts Sabbatical Leave Pre employment screening Outside Commitments Length of appointment Intellectual Property Retirement Managing conflicts of interest Data Privacy Membership of congregation Employee benefits Family leave, Childcare, My family care Staff benefits Newcomer information International staff Offer of employment Applications for this post will be considered by a selection committee containing representatives from both the Department of Chemistry and Merton College. The selection committee is responsible for conducting all aspects of the recruitment and selection process; it does not, however, have the authority to make the final decision as to who should be appointed. The final decision will be made by the Mathematical, Physical and Life Sciences Divisional Board and the governing body of Merton College on the basis of a recommendation made by the selection committee. No offer of appointment will be valid, therefore, until and unless the recommendation has been approved by both the divisional board and the governing body, and a formal contractual offer has been made. Pay Scale for Associate Professors with tutorial fellowships (APTF-U) (with effect from 1 August 202 Grade (30S) Scale point 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 National Pay spine University Salary College Salary Total Salary 5 2 5 £59,4 79 £57,7 £11,439 £70,918 £11,107 £68,857 1 5 0 4 50 £56,0 73 £54,4 £10,784 £66,857 £10,471 £64,914 9 4 8 4 43 £52,8 62 £51,3 £10,167 £63,029 £9,871 £61,198 7 4 6 4 27 £49,8 36 £48,3 £9,585 £59,421 £9,306 £57,696 5 4 4 4 90 £46,9 85 £45,6 £9,036 £56,021 £8,774 £54,395 3 4 2 21 £44,2 96 £8,519 £52,815 Chemistry Research Laboratory Department of Chemistry University of Oxford 12 Mansfield Road Oxford OX1 3TA College photography copyright John Cairns ©
Applications are invited for the post of Associate Professor of Organic Chemistry in the Department of Chemistry. The successful candidate will also be appointed to a Tutorial Fellowship at Merton College, under arrangements described in the Job Description and Selection Criteria. The appointment will be initially for 5 years at which point, upon completion of a successful review, the postholder will be eligible for reappointment to the retiring age. We wish to appoint a candidate with a strong, contemporary research vision whose interests are centred in organic chemistry. A wide range of research interests are appropriate from across the breadth of the subject, for example (but not limited to) the development of new synthetic methods including emerging technologies, mechanistic studies including computation, organic materials, and biocatalysis. You will join a lively, intellectually stimulating and multi-disciplinary community which performs at the highest international levels in research and teaching, with exceptional innovation, creativity and entrepreneurship. Candidates should hold a doctorate in a field relevant to Organic Chemistry, and have a very strong track record, or show outstanding promise, in independent research. They should be able to demonstrate their ability to attract research funding from appropriate sources. If already in an academic position, they should provide evidence of the ability to lead a group of researchers at different career stages. They should be able to demonstrate excellence (or the potential for excellence) in teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels, and participate in the administration of the subject and in the wider life and governance of the College. The University of Oxford is committed to fostering an inclusive culture that promotes equality, values diversity, and maintains a working, learning and social environment in which the rights and dignity of all its staff and students are respected. We recognise that the broad range of experiences that a diverse staff and student body brings strengthens our research and enhances our teaching, and that in order for Oxford to remain a world-leading institution we must continue to provide an inclusive, fair and open environment that allows everyone to grow and flourish. We particularly welcome applications from female and black and minority ethnic candidates, and also from early career researchers. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive interview process and will reimburse up to £250 towards any additional care costs (for a dependent child or adult) incurred as a result of attending an interview for this position. The post will be based in the Department of Chemistry, South Parks Road, Oxford, OX1 3QR and Merton College, Merton Street, Oxford OX1 4JD. The combined University and College salary will be according to experience on a scale from £52,815 – £70,918 p.a. Benefits of the Fellowship at Merton College include a college housing allowance of £20,000 (or rent-free accommodation with a residence allowance, and subject to availability, a tutorial allowance of £6,000 p.a., and a research allowance of up to £3,800 p.a.. An allowance of £3,078 p.a. would be payable upon award of Full Professor title. Applications are particularly welcome from women and black and minority ethnic candidates, who are under-represented in academic posts in Oxford. All applicants will be judged on merit, according to the selection criteria. Only applications received before 12.00 noon on 29 March 2024 can be considered. The interviews are likely to take place in early May 2024 in Oxford. The anticipated start date is October 2024. Enquiries about the post should be addressed to Ms Natalie Armstrong, PA to Professor Edward Anderson; email: natalie.armstrong@chem.ox.ac.uk. All enquiries will be treated in strict confidence and will not form part of the selection decision.
Associate Professor (Tf-University): Combined University and College salary on a scale from £52,815 – £70,918 p.a. Benefits of the Fellowship include a housing allowance of £20,000 p.a. (or rent-free accommodation). An allowance of £3,078 p.a. is payable upon award of Full Professor title
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