Job Purpose

To make a leading contribution to the project, “CVD Growth, Functionalisation, and Transfer of 2D Metal-Chalcogenides for Novel Device Architectures”, aimed at developing next-generation 2D materials for Net Zero electronics. Working with Dr Alexey Ganin in the School of Chemistry, you will play a key role in advancing scalable growth, functionalisation, and integration of 2D semiconductors into prototype device architectures. This project is part of the UKRI-funded NEED2D Programme “Enabling Net Zero and the AI Revolution with Ultra-Low Energy 2D Materials and Devices”, a major collaborative initiative between the Universities of Glasgow, Nottingham, and Queen Mary University of London.

The successful candidate will contribute to publications in respectable journals, research proposals, and project management, while actively engaging with academic and industrial partners across the network. You will participate in joint experimental programmes and knowledge exchange in 2D material synthesis, characterisation, and device optimisation, helping to shape technologies that address the urgent energy challenges of electronic devices.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

1. Take a leading role in the planning and conduct of assigned research individually or jointly in accordance with the project deliverables and project/group/School/College research strategy.

2. Document research output including analysis and interpretation of all data, maintaining records and databases, drafting technical/progress reports and papers as appropriate.

3. Establish and maintain your research profile and reputation and that of the University of Glasgow/School/Research Group/area, including establishing and sustaining a track record of independent and joint publications of international quality, enhancing the research impact in terms of economic/societal benefit, and gathering indicators of esteem.

4. Survey the research literature and environment, understand the research challenges associated with the project & subject area, and develop/implement a suitable research strategy to deliver project/area requirements and opportunities.

5. Presentation of work at international and national conferences, at internal and external seminars, colloquia and workshops to develop and enhance our research and/or impact profile.

6. Take a leading role in the identification of potential funding sources and to assist in the development of proposals to secure funding from internal and external bodies to support future research and impact.

7. Take a leading role in developing and maintaining collaborations with colleagues across the research group/area/School/College/University and wider community (e.g. academic and industrial partners).

8. Take a leading role in team/group meetings/seminars/workshops and School research group/area activities to enhance the wider knowledge, outputs and culture of the School/College.

9. Take the lead in the organisation, supervision, mentoring and training of undergraduate and/or postgraduate students and less experienced members of the project team to ensure their effective development.

10. Perform administrative tasks related to the activities of the research group and School, including budgets/expenditure.

11. Contribute as appropriate to teaching activities (e.g. demonstrating, etc) and associated administration, as may be assigned through the School in consultation with your line manager.

12. Keep up to date with current knowledge and recent advances in the field/discipline.

13. Engage in personal, professional and career development, to enhance both specialist and transferable skills in accordance with desired career trajectory.

14. Undertake any other reasonable duties as required by your line manager and the Head of School.

15. Contribute to the enhancement of the University’s international profile in line with University strategy.

Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Knowledge and Qualifications

Essential

A1 Normally Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework level 12 (PhD) plus track record of emerging independence within a research/professional environment, or alternatively possess professional qualifications and experience equivalent to PhD level plus the requisite experience.

A2 A comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of current issues and future directions within the relevant research disciplines as outlined in the Job Purpose. The candidate should also possess a thorough and up-to-date understanding of current challenges and emerging directions in the synthesis, functionalisation, and integration of two-dimensional metal-chalcogenides.

A3 Well-developed working knowledge of research methods, technical models, equipment and techniques relevant to the project/discipline as outlined in the Job Purpose and the candidate must demonstrate a well-developed working knowledge of experimental methods and technical procedures relevant to the synthesis and processing of two-dimensional materials.

A4 Proficiency and hands-on experience with characterisation techniques including atomic force microscopy (AFM), Raman spectroscopy, X-ray diffraction and electron microscopy for structural and electronic analysis of 2D materials and solid thin films.

A5 Proficiency in advanced software tools and technical platforms relevant to the project, includeing computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and simulation software such as ANSYS, computer-aided design (CAD) for device and apparatus development, and 3D printing for rapid prototyping of experimental components.

Skills

Essential:

C1 Experimental expertise in materials synthesis and device fabrication.

C2 Proficiency in the development and design of chemical vapour deposition (CVD) apparatus.

C3Proven ability to initiate and lead new research directions aligned with project objectives.

C3 Ability to perform critical evaluation of experimental design, troubleshooting complex workflows, and ability towards developing scalable fabrication strategies for next-generation 2D device architectures.

C4 Ability to communicate material of a specialist or highly technical nature and to be effective both orally and in writing at a level appropriate to the activity.

C5 Effective organisation skills to manage time, prioritise and deliver appropriate research, teaching and administrative responsibilities.

Experience

Essential

E1 Experience of planning and progressing work activities within professional guidelines or organisational policy, applying initiative and independent judgement.

E2 Developing track record of research outputs compatible with enhancing the School’s research profile in accordance with School objectives.

E3 Experience of making distinct contributions to identifying and pursuing research funding (or equivalent business development) applications.

E4 Proven commitment to supporting the career development of colleagues and to other forms of collegiality appropriate to the career stage, including some experience of research project supervision.

E5 Commitment to open research, as appropriate to the discipline, through open data, open code, open educational resources and practices that support replication.

E6 Evidence of collaborative research practice across institutional or disciplinary boundaries, contributing to shared infrastructure, data, or experimental workflows.

E7 Familiarity with cleanroom-based working environment.

E8 Proven experience of working within a Chemistry Department environment with full awareness of laboratory safety procedures, including handling of chemicals, compliance with Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), and preparation of risk assessments.

Desirable:

F1 Experience of participating in activities that translate research into impact to benefit the economy and wider society.

F2 Experience of contributing to the design and delivery of teaching and assessment in higher education or other relevant environments.

F3. Experience in mentoring or supervising students or researchers in laboratory-based experimental projects.

F4. Experience working in or collaborating with start-ups, spin-outs, or industrial R&D environments focused on advanced materials or device technologies.

F5. Demonstrated ability to align academic research with commercial or translational objectives, including prototyping, IP awareness, or technology validation.

Terms and Conditions

Salary will be Grade 7, £41,064 - £46,049 per annum pro rata.

This post is part-time (21 hours per week), and funding available for up to 2 years in the first instance.

The University of Glasgow has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.  If you require a Skilled Worker visa to work in the UK, you will be required to meet the eligibility requirements of the visa route to be assigned a Certificate of Sponsorship.

Please note that this post may be eligible to be sponsored under the Skilled Worker visa route if tradeable points can be used under the Skilled Worker visa rules. For more information please visit: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa.

As a valued member of our team, you can expect:

1 A warm welcoming and engaging organisational culture, where your talents are developed and nurtured, and success is celebrated and shared.

2 An excellent employment package with generous terms and conditions including 41 days of leave for full time staff, pension, benefits and discount packages.

3 A flexible approach to working.

4 A commitment to support your health and wellbeing, including a free 6-month UofG Sport membership for all new staff joining the University.

We believe that we can only reach our full potential through the talents of all. Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our values. Applications are particularly welcome from across our communities and in particular people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community, and other protected characteristics who are under-represented within the University. Read more on how the University promotes and embeds all aspects of equality and diversity within our community here.

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For informal enquiries or further information about the project, please contact Dr Alexey Ganin, Alexey.Ganin@glasgow.ac.uk

Closing Date: 17 November 2025 at 23:45.