Research Fellow in Explosive Chemistry

3 days ago

Bedford, Bedford, United Kingdom CRANFIELD UNIVERSITY Full time

School/Department: Cranfield Defence and Security

Based at: Shrivenham, Oxfordshire - Cranfield Defence and Security

Hours of work: 37 hours per week, normally worked Monday to Friday. Flexible working will be considered

Contract type: Permanent

Salary: Full time starting salary is normally in the range of £37,337 to £41,406 per annum, with potential progression up to £47,105 per annum

Apply by: 14/07/2024

Role Description

The Centre for Defence Chemistry has been working on propellants, explosives and pyrotechnic research for decades. We are interested in all aspects of defence manufacturing, vulnerability, combustion, and life assessment of energetic materials.

About the Role

You will contribute to research in development of insensitive explosive formulations using a wide range of both conventional and processing techniques.

You will be responsible for:

  • Small scale assessment of novel explosive formulations, assessing compatibility, hazard and thermal properties
  • Investigating a range of process methods and developing safe process work
  • Conducting trials on processing methods to study the effects of changing processing parameters on the properties of the final product
  • Carrying out pressing studies on novel compositions
    • Establishing and maintain an international reputation in areas which are related to energetic materials
    • Working closely with colleagues and making effective use of the facilities

      You will also be expected to work on existing formulation research contracts and support several projects run within the Centre working closely with colleagues and making effective use of the facilities.

      About You

      You will have a PhD (or nearing completion) in a chemistry related subject area and experience of working with energetic materials. Experience of using a range of analytical skills and techniques, evidence of collaboration work with other research groups is essential. You will have an understanding of the contemporary challenges facing the defence sector in the UK and further afield.

      About Us

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      We aim to create and maintain a culture in which everyone can work and study together and realise their full potential. We are a Disability Confident Employer and proud members of the Stonewall Diversity Champions Programme. We are committed to actively exploring flexible working options for each role and have been ranked in the Top 30 family friendly employers in the UK by the charity Working Families. Find out more about our key commitments to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and Flexible Working here.

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