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Post-doctoral research associate in Modelling X-ray Spectroscopies for the Nuclear Fuel Cycle working with the Oakley group, Department of Chemistry, School of Natural Sciences, The University of Manchester. The position is funded by an EPSRC New Investigator Award and is tenable from 1st May 2026. The appointment is for two years, with the possibility of extension.
Job Responsibility:
Development and application of ab initio computational methods for simulating actinide X-ray spectroscopies
Requirements:
PhD in Computational Chemistry or a related discipline
Experience in multiconfigurational quantum chemistry, relativistic electronic structure theory, or simulation of electronic spectra
Well-organised and self-motivated
Excellent oral and communication skills
Strong publication record
Nice to have:
Experience with f-element chemistry
Experience with X-ray spectroscopy (theoretical or experimental)
Experience with method development in quantum chemistry
What we offer:
Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers