Research Fellow in Electrochemistry

This postdoctoral researcher position focuses on the electrochemistry of transition metal complexes in non-aqueous solvents and nanoscale deposition of 1D and 2D metal dichalcogenide semiconductors. Key responsibilities include characterizing single source precursors, optimizing deposition conditions for high-quality materials, and integrating electrodeposition with nanoscale device architectures. Applicants need expertise in electrochemical and electrodeposition processes, strong collaborative and communication skills, and organizational abilities.

• EXPRESS is a flagship, interdisciplinary 5-year research programme led jointly by the Universities of Southampton and Warwick, bringing together internationally leading teams from across chemistry, physics and electronic engineering.
• The Programme aims to deliver a step-change in the understanding and control of electrochemical growth of functional transition metal dichalcogenide (TMDC) semiconductors, combining precursor design and synthesis, electrochemistry, theory, advanced characterisation and device integration.

• In addition to the essential disciplinary research skills, candidates should demonstrate genuine enthusiasm for collaborative working, the ability to communicate effectively across disciplines, and well-developed organisational skills.
• The successful candidate will work within the electrochemistry team led by Phil Bartlett in the School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering at the University of Southampton, and will be required to be flexible and interact effectively with colleagues across the wider EXPRESS consortium to fulfil the scientific goals of the Programme.