Research Assistant in Powder Engineering

This new post is part of a new collaboration between the Chemical Engineering Department of Imperial College with BASF, one of the world's leading chemical companies.

The post holder will lead an experimental programme for investigating the caking behaviour of complex powders, working closely with research staff at BASF. Advanced methods for powder characterisation including DVS and IGC will be extensively used. Experience of characterising porous or particulate materials would be highly advantageous.

Candidates should hold a first degree in Engineering or Physical Sciences and hold or be near completion of a PhD (or equivalent) in Chemical Engineering, Physics, Applied Physics, Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.

Experience in experimental materials science and engineering, as well as the ability to design new experimental methods and approaches are highly advantageous. Skills with advanced data analysis are also required.

*Candidates who have not yet been officially awarded their PhD will be appointed as Research Assistant within the salary range 33,380 - 35,061 per annum.

The post is available immediately. The appointment is for 18 months, with the possibility of extension. The post is based in the Department of Chemical Engineering at Imperial College London (South Kensington Campus).

Informal enquiries about the post can be made to Professor Daryl Williams - d.r.williams@imperial.ac.uk

To apply, please click the Apply Now button at the top of the page.Please ensure you include a completed application form with your submission.

Further information about the post is available in the job description.

Should you have any queries about the application process please contact chemeng.hr@imperial.ac.uk.