The candidate must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree course, eligible for an industrial placement year, able to work in the UK, have experience in synthetic chemistry techniques and analysis, and be familiar with chemical databases and laboratory safety protocols. Desirable skills include knowledge of polymer chemistry and previous laboratory experience. A CV and cover letter addressing suitability for the position are required.

The candidate will oversee project operations, conduct analysis of reaction outcomes, participate in experimental design and troubleshooting, document research findings, and assist in maintaining facility safety and functionality.

Research & Development

Science

United Kingdom

Oxford

Competitive salary

Career average pension

Flexible Working

Season ticket loans

Large

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UK Research and Innovation

<ul><li>Polymer science plays a crucial role with diverse applications spanning industries like materials, medicine, and electronics. In recent times, the use of deuterated monomers in polymer research has emerged as a promising approach, offering distinct advantages through neutron scattering experiments. Neutron scattering provides indispensable insights into the atomic-level structural and dynamic information, and the unique contrast between deuterium and hydrogen allows for precise analysis of polymer systems.</li><li>This project aims to focus on developing methodologies for deuterated monomers, particularly vinyl-type and acrylates, while exploring their polymerization and evaluating the performance of resulting deuterated polymers. The placement student will have the valuable opportunity to collaborate with experienced researchers, gain hands-on laboratory experience, and develop critical research skills, all of which will undoubtedly enhance their future career prospects within the scientific community.</li></ul>

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Undergraduate

Polymer science plays a crucial role with diverse applications spanning industries like materials, medicine, and electronics. In recent times, the use of deuterated monomers in polymer research has emerged as a promising approach, offering distinct advantages through neutron scattering experiments. Neutron scattering provides indispensable insights into the atomic-level structural and dynamic information, and the unique contrast between deuterium and hydrogen allows for precise analysis of polymer systems.This project aims to focus on developing methodologies for deuterated monomers, particularly vinyl-type and acrylates, while exploring their polymerization and evaluating the performance of resulting deuterated polymers. The placement student will have the valuable opportunity to collaborate with experienced researchers, gain hands-on laboratory experience, and develop critical research skills, all of which will undoubtedly enhance their future career prospects within the scientific community.

Deuteration Chemistry Industrial Placement

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Responsibilities

UK Research and Innovation

Mission & Purpose