Organisation/Company: NORTHUMBRIA UNIVERSITY
Research Field: Chemistry
Researcher Profile: Leading Researcher (R4) / Established Researcher (R3)
Country: United Kingdom
Application Deadline: 28 Jan 2025 - 00:00 (UTC)
Type of Contract: Other
Job Status: Full-time
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No
Offer Description
ABOUT THE ROLE Northumbria University is seeking a talented and motivated Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join an exciting project under UK-HyRES, the UK Hub for Research Challenges in Hydrogen and Alternative Liquid Fuels. This role will research advanced electrochemical methods for catalytic ammonia synthesis directly from atmospheric nitrogen (N₂). This position provides the chance to collaborate with leading researchers from the UK-HyRES hub and receive dedicated training and career development support from Northumbria University and the project supervision team. The role is fixed term for
12 months. ABOUT YOU We are looking for candidates with expertise in 2-3 (or more) of the following areas: Electrochemical engineering Plasma nitriding Catalytic reactions Multiphysics simulation Machine learning and AI applications in chemical engineering A PhD (or equivalent) in a relevant field and a strong research background are essential. Experience with interdisciplinary collaboration is highly valued. What We Offer: Access to state-of-the-art research facilities at Northumbria University. Opportunities to collaborate with leading experts in hydrogen and alternative fuels. Tailored training programs to enhance technical and transferable skills. Career development and progression support. A vibrant and collaborative academic environment. If you would like an informal discussion about the role, please contact Terence Liu, Associate Professor in Mechanical Engineering, at terence.liu@northumbria.ac.uk To apply for this vacancy please click 'Apply Now' . Your application should include a covering letter and a CV. ABOUT US
Northumbria University is a research-intensive university that unlocks potential for all. We change lives regionally, nationally, and internationally through education and research, tackling the global challenges of our age to transform society and the economy. Find out why we were named Times Higher Education’s University of the Year in 2022 and Modern University of the Year in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025. Northumbria recorded the biggest rise of any UK university for research power in the Research Excellence Framework for the second time in 2021 and is now ranked top 25 in the UK for this measure. One of the largest universities in the UK with over 37,000 students from more than 140 countries, filled with world-leading research, award-winning partnerships, and students at the heart of an outstanding experience. Northumbria University is a great place to work. We empower our exceptional people to achieve shared ambitions and promote a positive work life balance. We offer a wide range of benefits including excellent pension schemes, flexible working, a generous holiday entitlement, continued commitment to your learning and development. Our Northumbria Values are guiding principles that define who we are, what we do and what is important to us. Our Values are:
Academic Excellence ,
Innovation ,
Inclusivity ,
Collaboration , and
Ambition . We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where we take pride in, and value, the diversity of our staff. We encourage and welcome applications from all members of the community.
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ABOUT THE ROLE Northumbria University is seeking a talented and motivated Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join an exciting project under UK-HyRES, the UK Hub for Research Challenges in Hydrogen and Alternative Liquid Fuels. This role will research advanced electrochemical methods for catalytic ammonia synthesis directly from atmospheric nitrogen (N₂). This position provides the chance to collaborate with leading researchers from the UK-HyRES hub and receive dedicated training and career development support from Northumbria University and the project supervision team. The role is fixed term for
12 months. ABOUT YOU We are looking for candidates with expertise in 2-3 (or more) of the following areas: Electrochemical engineering Plasma nitriding Catalytic reactions Multiphysics simulation Machine learning and AI applications in chemical engineering A PhD (or equivalent) in a relevant field and a strong research background are essential. Experience with interdisciplinary collaboration is highly valued. What We Offer: Access to state-of-the-art research facilities at Northumbria University. Opportunities to collaborate with leading experts in hydrogen and alternative fuels. Tailored training programs to enhance technical and transferable skills. Career development and progression support. A vibrant and collaborative academic environment. If you would like an informal discussion about the role, please contact Terence Liu, Associate Professor in Mechanical Engineering, at terence.liu@northumbria.ac.uk To apply for this vacancy please click 'Apply Now' . Your application should include a covering letter and a CV. ABOUT US
Northumbria University is a research-intensive university that unlocks potential for all. We change lives regionally, nationally, and internationally through education and research, tackling the global challenges of our age to transform society and the economy. Find out why we were named Times Higher Education’s University of the Year in 2022 and Modern University of the Year in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025. Northumbria recorded the biggest rise of any UK university for research power in the Research Excellence Framework for the second time in 2021 and is now ranked top 25 in the UK for this measure. One of the largest universities in the UK with over 37,000 students from more than 140 countries, filled with world-leading research, award-winning partnerships, and students at the heart of an outstanding experience. Northumbria University is a great place to work. We empower our exceptional people to achieve shared ambitions and promote a positive work life balance. We offer a wide range of benefits including excellent pension schemes, flexible working, a generous holiday entitlement, continued commitment to your learning and development. Our Northumbria Values are guiding principles that define who we are, what we do and what is important to us. Our Values are:
Academic Excellence ,
Innovation ,
Inclusivity ,
Collaboration , and
Ambition . We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where we take pride in, and value, the diversity of our staff. We encourage and welcome applications from all members of the community.
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