Research Fellow in Catalysis and Reaction Engineering

5 days ago

Highfield, East Yorkshire, United Kingdom Cyber Security Academy Southampton Full time

We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated researcher with strong intellectual and technical capabilities to join the
Great British Chemicals
Hub, a major national initiative aimed at decarbonizing UK industry. The platform is jointly funded by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) and the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) and brings together 10 leading UK universities and over 30 industrial partners.

At the University of Southampton, our team contributes expertise in reaction engineering and kinetic modelling for catalytic, photocatalytic, and sustainable chemical processes, supporting the translation of innovation from the laboratory to pilot scale.

The successful candidate will focus on the mechanistic modelling of carbon dioxide conversion and other related processes, working collaboratively with partner institutions across the consortium.

Applicants should hold (or be close to completing) a PhD in chemical engineering, chemistry, closely related discipline, or possess equivalent industrial experience.

For informal enquiries about the role contact Dr Sergio Vernuccio, email:

This position is full time (35 hours per week) and is available for 1 year with the possibility of extension subject to funding and satisfactory performance.

Apply by uploading your CV and a cover letter detailing how your skills and experience match the requirements of the role

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As a university we aim to create an environment where everyone can thrive and are proactive in fostering a culture of inclusion, respect and equality of opportunity. We believe that we can only truly meet our objectives if we are reflective of society, so we are passionate about creating a working environment in which you are free to bring your whole self to work. With a generous holiday allowance as well as additional university closure days we are committed to supporting our staff and students and open to a flexible working approach.

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