Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for a full-time, fixed term position as a Postdoctoral Researcher within the School of Chemistry at the National University of Ireland, Galway.

The position is funded by the H2020 programme (Grant Agreement 862453) and is available from 1st November for a period of 18 months.

Job Description:

The successful candidate will work under the supervision of Prof Henry Curran to develop a multi-physics (and potentially multi-scale) model to describe and predict the performance of gas-phase photocatalytic reactors, in particular for the photocatalytic CO2 hydrogenation in a flow photoreactor. The model will rely on input parameters derived both from experiments and multi-scale/atomistic simulations. The developed model will help to design the flow reactor to optimise space-time yields of the targeted compounds.

Duties:

• Support the PI on liaising and reporting to the Project Coordinator which includes preparation of periodic scientific reports.
• Keep appropriate records as directed and in line with Funder/University policy.
• Designing of computational multi-physic models based on demonstrator reactors to be developed within the frame of the project.
• Liaise with other project partners to combine multi-physics models with experimental data and atomistic simulations.

Essential Requirements:

• PhD in Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science, Chemical or Mechanical Engineering
• Evidence of experience in computational multi-physics modelling in the area of chemical engineering
• Evidence of experience in multi-scale modelling
• Demonstrable experience in both independent and collaborative research
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills (English language)
• Evidence of scientific publication and dissemination of results at conferences

 Desirable Requirements:

• Experience in working in a team
• Experience in photocatalytic reactor modelling
• Evidence of innovative thinking, able to work both independently and in cross-disciplinary teams
• Appropriate supervisory or teaching experience may be an advantage

To Apply:

Applications to include a covering letter, CV and contact details for two referees should be sent, via e-mail (in word or PDF only) to Prof Henry Curran and Dr Pau Farràs: e-mails [email protected] and [email protected]. Please put reference number NUIG 160-20 in subject line of e-mail application.

Closing date for receipt of applications is 5.00 pm on Friday 30^th October 2020.

More information here.