Salary: £27,578 - £29,249 (with potential progression to £35,938)
Closing Date: 6 July 2012
You will work under the supervision of Dr David Fulton (Chemistry), Dr Matthew German (Dental Sciences) and Professor Kenneth Dalgarno (Mechanical and Systems Engineering), on a project aimed at developing new polymer-based materials for use in medical implants. You will join a team working on projects which include industrial and academic institutions throughout Europe. Expertise in synthetic polymer chemistry is highly desirable, although outstanding candidates with experience in synthetic organic chemistry will be considered. A working knowledge of materials science would also be advantageous. You will also be expected to have submitted a PhD thesis before appointment.
Informal inquiries may be made to Dr David Fulton (david.fulton@ncl.ac.uk). The post is tenable for 24 months from 1st September 2012 or as soon as possible thereafter.
Additional Website Links
http://www.ncl.ac.uk/chemistry/
http://www.ncl.ac.uk/mech/
http://www.ncl.ac.uk/dental/ Newcastle University - 11 months ago
