Join Our Leading Research and Teaching Team in the School of Chemistry and Forensic Science
The School of Chemistry and Forensic Science at the University of Kent is thrilled to announce a full-time, permanent Lecturer in Chemistry position. We are seeking a dedicated individual with expertise in main group chemistry to join our Supramolecular, Interfacial, and Synthetic Chemistry (SISC) group, contributing to our vibrant research and teaching community.
The successful candidate will play a crucial role in delivering and designing high-quality undergraduate and postgraduate programs. They will engage in both individual and collaborative research, producing high-quality publications. Additionally, the role involves active participation in university meetings, working groups, and committees.
Applicants should have a PhD (or be near completion) in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related discipline, with extensive knowledge in main group chemistry. A strong commitment to excellence in teaching and the ability to supervise high-quality research projects at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels is essential.
The new lecturer will join the SISC group, known for its cutting-edge research in synthesis, self-assembling materials, stimuli-responsive systems, and molecular and macromolecular bio-active systems. Our state-of-the-art facilities include two 400 MHz NMR instruments, Raman spectrometry, two SEMs, five X-ray diffractometers, a magnetometer, dynamic light scattering, rheometry, DSC, TGA, and a range of chromatography instruments (HPLC, GC-MS, LC-MS). For more information about the SISC group, visit our SISC webpage.
Joining the University of Kent means becoming part of a supportive and collaborative environment. We offer numerous benefits, including hybrid working options, 43 days’ leave per year, an excellent pension scheme, an employee-funded healthcare plan, retailer and wellbeing discounts, and access to on-campus facilities such as a cinema/theatre, sports facilities, library, nursery, and food outlets. We also provide extensive development and wellbeing support through various programs.
We welcome applications from female and black, Asian, and minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented at this level. The University of Kent values diversity and promotes equality at all levels.
For more information and to apply, please visit our job application page. For application process queries, contact peopleserviceshr@kent.ac.uk quoting reference number NATS-290-24-R. Applications via the online system only; CVs sent directly will not be considered.
Join us in our mission to make the world a better place through education and research. Apply now and be part of our ambitious team!