Job Description

Job Details
Section
Sustainable Electronic Technologies
Location:
Highfield Campus
Salary
36,130 to 57,422
Full Time Fixed Term (until 25/03/2027)
Closing Date:
Monday 26 May 2025
Interview Date
To be confirmed
Reference
3079525FP

The Novel and Compound facility Glass part of the Zepler Cleanrooms at the University of Southampton is creating the next generation of advanced materials for optical, photonic and electronic applications.


You will be hosted in the Sustainable Electronic Technologies group in the Electronics and computer science through which the Novel and Compound facilities are managed. The expertise of the team includes the development of chalcogenide and layered materials from two dimensional materials to specialty bulk glasses. Through a friendly collaborative and supportive environment, we aim to provide cutting-edge research with a particular focus on the development of our people.


We are seeking an ambitious candidate to drive the next generation of advanced materials and be part of our team. The focus will be on the production of chalcogenide precursors and glasses using unique processes developed at Southampton. You are self-motivated with excellent problem solving and time management capabilities, plus good communications skills. The Zepler Institute Cleanroom facilities host advanced research and cutting-edge technologies that enable strong career advancement opportunities through the university culture which is focused on the development of people while providing excellent working standards.


In the PDRA role you will specialise in Novel and Compound Glass equipment including gloveboxes, tube furnaces, annealing furnaces, Chemical Vapour Deposition, Atomic layer deposition, and a variety of custom and characterisation systems. To operate these effectively you will be given full training and be supported by our team.


In parallel with experimental activities, modelling and simulations will form a significant aspect of your research and therefore desirable skills will include knowledge and expertise with the burgeoning range of AI tools available for materials discovery at the atomistic level to further enhance our capabilities.


Essential skills and experience include a PhDor equivalent professional qualifications and experience in physics, chemistry, engineering or materials science. This will be augmented by a strong portfolio of relevant publications and significant experience in advanced materials science and technology. You will also have previously led or supervised other members of a research project.

The University of Southampton is committed into sustaining an inclusive environment for all students and staff. The University and ECS hold an Athena SWAN Silver Award and works continuously to improve equality in the workplace and encourage a work-life balance. Our focus is on the development and progression of our people, and we achieve this through a friendly supportive environment.


To see what are the staff benefits and why you should join the University of Southampton please click here.


Apply by uploading your CV and a cover letter detailing how your skills and experience match the requirements of the role.

Applications for Research Fellow positions will be considered from candidates who are working towards or nearing completion of a relevant PhD qualification. The title of Research Fellow will be applied upon successful completion of the PhD. Prior to the qualification being awarded the title of Senior Research Assistant will be given.

For general enquires please contact Ioannis Zeimpekis (izk@soton.ac.uk)



As a university we aim to create an environment where everyone can thrive and are proactive in fostering a culture of inclusion, respect and equality of opportunity. We believe that we can only truly meet our objectives if we are reflective of society, so we are passionate about creating a working environment in which you are free to bring your whole self to work. With a generous holiday allowance as well as additional university closure days we are committed to supporting our staff and students and open to a flexible working approach.


Apply by 11.59 pm GMT on the closing date. For assistance contact Recruitment on +44(0)2380 592750 or recruitment@soton.ac.uk quoting the job number.