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Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Synthesis of Porphyrin Arrays & Molecular Compasses
comment: About the role Applications are invited for the position of Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Synthesis of Porphyrin Arrays & Molecular Compasses to work under the supervision of Professor Harry Anderson for a period of 18 months. The project involves organic synthesis, metalloporphyrin coordination chemistry, spectroscopy and physical organic chemistry. Find out more about the research group at http://hla.chem.ox.ac.uk About you Applicants must hold a PhD in Chemistry (or be close to completion and have submitted a thesis before taking up the appointment). The research requires experience in multi-step organic synthesis, including the synthesis of extended π-systems, dyes or porphyrin derivatives. You will be expected to manage your own academic research and administrative activities. This involves small-scale project management, to co-ordinate multiple aspects of work to meet deadlines. The post will be based in the Department of Chemistry, Chemistry Research Laboratory and is available from 1st October 2025 (or earlier). Applications for this vacancy are to be made online and you will be required to upload a supporting statement and CV as part of your application. Your supporting statement must explain how you meet each of the selection criteria for the post using examples of your skills and experience. Certificates, references and research papers should not be provided at this stage. To apply for this role and for further details, including a job description and selection criteria, please click on the link below. The closing date for applications is 12.00 midday, Friday 1st August 2025. Interviews will be held as soon as possible thereafter. The University of Oxford and The Department of Chemistry are Silver Athena SWAN holders. Applications are particularly welcome from women and black and ethnic minority candidates, who are under-represented in Chemistry research posts in Oxford.
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comment: **About the role** Applications are invited for the position of **Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Synthesis of Porphyrin Arrays & Molecular Compasses** to work under the supervision of Professor Harry Anderson for a period of 18 months. The project involves organic synthesis, metalloporphyrin coordination chemistry, spectroscopy and physical organic chemistry. _Find out more about the research group at_ http://hla.chem.ox.ac.uk **About you** Applicants must hold a PhD in Chemistry (or be close to completion and have submitted a thesis before taking up the appointment). The research requires experience in multi-step organic synthesis, including the synthesis of extended π-systems, dyes or porphyrin derivatives. You will be expected to manage your own academic research and administrative activities. This involves small-scale project management, to co-ordinate multiple aspects of work to meet deadlines. The post will be based in the Department of Chemistry, Chemistry Research Laboratory and is available from **1st October 2025** (or earlier). Applications for this vacancy are to be made online and you will be required to upload a supporting statement and CV as part of your application. Your supporting statement must explain how you meet each of the selection criteria for the post using examples of your skills and experience. **Certificates, references and research papers should not be provided at this stage.** To apply for this role and for further details, including a job description and selection criteria, please click on the link below. The closing date for applications is **12.00 midday, Friday 1st August 2025**. Interviews will be held as soon as possible thereafter. The University of Oxford and The Department of Chemistry are Silver Athena SWAN holders. Applications are particularly welcome from women and black and ethnic minority candidates, who are under-represented in Chemistry research posts in Oxford.
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value: Job description Post Research Assistant in Microbiology for Antimicrobial Drug discovery and development Department Ineos Oxford Institute, Department of Chemistry Division Mathematical, Physical and Life Sciences Division (MPLS) Locations Life and Mind Building, South Parks Road, Oxford Chemistry Research Laboratory, 12 Mansfield Road, Oxford, OX1 3TA Grade and salary Grade 6: £34,982 - £40,855 per annum Hours Full time Contract type Fixed term contract till 31 December 2027 Reporting to Alistair Farley, Scientific Lead Application deadline Thursday 17 July 12 noon (GMT) Vacancy reference 180709 Recruitment contacts HR: Chemistry HR Additional information One post available Research topic Microbiology in drug discovery and development for anti-microbials Principal Investigator / supervisor Professor Chris Schofield Project team Ineos Oxford Institute Project web site INEOS Oxford Institute Funding partner The funds supporting this research project are provided by the Ineos Oxford Institute The role This is a Research Assistant position for the development of Human Antimicrobials, working under the supervision of Dr Alistair Farley, Scientific Lead for Chemistry, with a dotted line to Professor Timothy Walsh. Research will be based in the Ineos Oxford Institute for Antimicrobial Research (IOI) as part of the antibacterial drug discovery and development programme. The post holder will work within a team of microbiologists on drug discovery and development, based in the new Life and Mind Building. The postholder will be responsible for providing microbiological data to facilitate the design of new molecules, and understanding mechanisms of resistance, being undertaken in the medicinal chemistry labs in the IOI and therefore will work closely with chemists and biochemists within Professor Chris Schofield’s lab. Responsibilities • Manage own research and administrative activities within guidelines provided by senior colleagues • Contribute to broader project planning, i…

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Postdoctoral Research Associate in Inorganic Chemistry
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comment: About the role Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Inorganic Chemistry to work under the supervision of Professor Simon Aldridge for a period of up to 12 months. The project involves working in the areas of main group and transition metal organometallic chemistry and taking the lead in the generation of a range of metal-metal bonded systems. Find out more about the Aldridge research and group here About you Applicants must hold a PhD in synthetic inorganic chemistry or a relevant subject area, (or be close to completion) prior to taking up the appointment. The research requires experience in the synthesis and manipulation of air-sensitive organometallic compounds and in main group or transition metal organometallic chemistry. You will be expected to manage your own academic research and administrative activities. This involves small scale project management, to co-ordinate multiple aspects of work to meet deadlines. The post will be based in the Department of Chemistry, Chemistry Research Laboratory, 12 Mansfield Road, OX1 3TA and is available from September 2025. Application Process Applications for this vacancy are to be made online and you will be required to upload a supporting statement and CV as part of your application. In your supporting statement (<3 pages), please explain how you meet each of the selection criteria found in the job description. Certificates, references and research papers should not be provided at this stage. The closing date for applications is 12.00 midday, Friday, 1 August 2025, UK time. Interviews will be held on as soon as possible thereafter. The University of Oxford and The Department of Chemistry are Silver Athena SWAN holders. Applications are particularly welcome from women and black and ethnic minority candidates, who are under-represented in Chemistry research posts in Oxford.
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comment: **About the role** Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Inorganic Chemistry to work under the supervision of Professor Simon Aldridge for a period of up to 12 months. The project involves working in the areas of main group and transition metal organometallic chemistry and taking the lead in the generation of a range of metal-metal bonded systems. Find out more about the Aldridge research and group here **About you** Applicants must hold a PhD in synthetic inorganic chemistry or a relevant subject area, ( **or be close to completion** ) prior to taking up the appointment. The research requires experience in the synthesis and manipulation of air-sensitive organometallic compounds and in main group or transition metal organometallic chemistry. You will be expected to manage your own academic research and administrative activities. This involves small scale project management, to co-ordinate multiple aspects of work to meet deadlines. The post will be based in the Department of Chemistry, Chemistry Research Laboratory, 12 Mansfield Road, OX1 3TA and is available from September 2025. **Application Process** Applications for this vacancy are to be made online and you will be required to upload a supporting statement and CV as part of your application. In your supporting statement **( <3 pages)**, please explain how you meet each of the selection criteria found in the job description. **Certificates, references and research papers should not be provided at this stage.** The closing date for applications is **12.00 midday, Friday, 1 August 2025, UK time**. Interviews will be held on as soon as possible thereafter. The University of Oxford and The Department of Chemistry are Silver Athena SWAN holders. Applications are particularly welcome from women and black and ethnic minority candidates, who are under-represented in Chemistry research posts in Oxford.
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Postdoctoral Research Associate - Microbiology for Antimicrobial Drug Discovery and Development
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comment: **This role is for internal candidates only** **Three PDRA roles available** Applications are invited for a fixed-term IOI Postdoctoral Research Associate - Microbiology for Antimicrobial Drug discovery and development to work under the supervision of Dr Alistair Farley, Scientific Lead for Chemistry, with a dotted line to Professor Timothy Walsh. The position is based at the Ineos Oxford Institute, at the Life and Mind Building, South Parks Road, Oxford Applicants must hold a PhD in Microbiology and/or Molecular biology and will be responsible for providing microbiological data to facilitate the design of new molecules, and understanding mechanisms of resistance, being undertaken in the medicinal chemistry labs in the IOI and therefore will work closely with chemists and biochemists within the IOI. The IOI’s interdisciplinary research programme involves national and international collaborators. We are a vibrant, enthusiastic, innovative and strategic enterprise with an internationally leading position to make a real difference in combatting antimicrobial resistance globally and changing international policy. We contribute significantly to basic knowledge of antimicrobial resistance and apply research methods to identify new antibiotics and explore new potential antimicrobial agents. We have a world- class track record of success and a reputation for a can-do attitude to tackling challenging goals. At the heart of our approach is a deep commitment to the training and career development of our staff and students Applications for this vacancy are to be made online and you will be required to upload a supporting statement and CV as part of your online application. Your supporting statement must explain how you meet each of the selection criteria for the post using examples of your skills and experience. Certificates, references and research papers should not be provided at this stage. To apply for this role and for further details, including a job description and selec…
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comment: This role is for internal candidates only Applications are invited for a fixed-term IOI Research Assistant in Microbiology for Antimicrobial Drug discovery and development to work under the supervision of Dr Alistair Farley, Scientific Lead for Chemistry, with a dotted line to Professor Timothy Walsh. The position is based at the Ineos Oxford Institute, at the Life and Mind Building, South Parks Road, Oxford Applicants must hold or be close to completion of, a BSc degree in biological subject or relevant experience in a research environment. The postholder will be responsible for providing microbiological data to facilitate the design of new molecules, and understanding mechanisms of resistance, being undertaken in the medicinal chemistry labs in the IOI and therefore will work closely with chemists and biochemists within the IOI. The IOI’s interdisciplinary research programme involves national and international collaborators. We are a vibrant, enthusiastic, innovative and strategic enterprise with an internationally leading position to make a real difference in combatting antimicrobial resistance globally and changing international policy. We contribute significantly to basic knowledge of antimicrobial resistance and apply research methods to identify new antibiotics and explore new potential antimicrobial agents. We have a world-class track record of success and a reputation for a can-do attitude to tackling challenging goals. At the heart of our approach is a deep commitment to the training and career development of our staff and students Applications for this vacancy are to be made online and you will be required to upload a supporting statement and CV as part of your online application. Your supporting statement must explain how you meet each of the selection criteria for the post using examples of your skills and experience. Certificates, references and research papers should not be provided at this stage. To apply for this role and for further details, includ…
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comment: About the role Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Membrane Supramolecular Chemistry to work under the supervision of Professor Matthew Langton in the Department of Chemistry, University of Oxford, for a period of up to 2 years. The project involves the synthesis of synthetic supramolecular transport systems for ions and other polar molecules, that are based on stimuli-responsive molecular machines. The project is funded by the European Research Council. Find out more about the Langton research group at: here About you Applicants must hold a PhD in Chemistry or a related subject area, (or be close to completion) prior to taking up the appointment. The research requires experience in synthetic supramolecular chemistry and multi-step organic synthesis. Expertise in membrane supramolecular chemistry and related techniques is desirable. You will be expected to manage your own academic research and administrative activities. This involves small scale project management, to co-ordinate multiple aspects of work to meet deadlines. The post will be based in the Department of Chemistry, Chemistry Research Laboratory, 12 Mansfield Road, OX1 3TA and is available from October 2025. Application Process Applications for this vacancy are to be made online and you will be required to upload a supporting statement and CV as part of your application. In your supporting statement (<3 pages), please explain how you meet each of the selection criteria found in the job description. Certificates, references and research papers should not be provided at this stage. The closing date for applications is 12.00 midday, Monday 4 August 2025, UK time. Interviews will be held as soon as possible thereafter. The University of Oxford and The Department of Chemistry are Silver Athena SWAN holders. Applications are particularly welcome from women and black and ethnic minority candidates, who are under-represented in Chemistry research posts in Oxford.
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value: Job Description DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY Summary Job title Postdoctoral Research Associate in Inorganic Chemistry Division Mathematical, Physical and Life Sciences Department Department of Chemistry Location Chemistry Research Laboratory, 12 Mansfield Road, OX1 3TA Grade and salary Grade 7: £38,674 - £46,913 per annum (inclusive of Oxford University Weighting) Hours Full time Contract type Fixed-term for a period of up to 12 months Reporting to Professor Simon Aldridge FRS Vacancy reference 180938 Additional information The post is available from September 2025 Research topic Bimetallic compounds for small molecule activation and catalysis Principal Investigator / supervisor Professor Simon Aldridge FRS Project web site https://www.chem.ox.ac.uk/people/simon-aldridge Funding partner The funds supporting this research project are provided by the EPSRC The role The post has arisen as a result of funding of the project Transition Metal/Aluminium Bimetallics for Cooperative Catalysis by the EPSRC. It will involve working in the areas of main group and transition metal organometallic chemistry and taking the lead in the generation of a range of metal-metal bonded systems for the activation of small molecules – notably those containing C-H bonds. The role will also involve overseeing the work of students working on related projects in the laboratory and presenting Responsibilities 1. Manage own academic research and administrative activities. This involves small scale project management, to co-ordinate multiple aspects of work to meet deadlines 2. Adapt existing and develop new scientific techniques and experimental protocols 3. Test hypotheses and analyse scientific data from a variety of sources, reviewing and refining working hypotheses as appropriate 4. Contribute ideas for new research projects 5. Develop ideas for generating research income, and present detailed research proposals to senior researchers 6. Undertake comprehensive and systematic literature reviews and …
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