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Are you a passionate chemist eager to make a global impact through innovative research and teaching? We are excited to invite applications for a Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor position in the School of Chemistry at the University of Bristol, proudly rated #1 in the UK for chemistry research. We seek applicants who are developing international leadership in their research field, with strong publication records. For Associate Professor appointment, we would expect evidence of independent grant funding success and support for future Professorial promotion. We especially invite applicants with Fellowships or expertise in:

• Engineering biology
• Synthetic biology
• Chemical biology
• Biophysics or biophysical tools
• Biocatalysis

Positions will be offered at Senior Lecturer or Associate Professor level, contingent upon skills, qualifications, and experience.

What will you be doing?

1. Deliver an ambitious, internationally leading research portfolio.
2. Develop funding portfolios to support your research program.
3. Collaborate positively and supportively with colleagues across the University and externally.
4. Play a key role in developing and delivering our education programs at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
5. Contribute to postgraduate research training programs as appropriate.

Essential requirements include:

• Relevant PhD degree (or professional equivalent) and postdoctoral research experience.
• Building internationally competitive research programs, with a clear track to international leadership (for Associate Professor).
• Experience in developing funding applications and attracting substantial funding (especially for Associate Professor).
• Significant publications in high-impact academic journals or books.
• Experience in delivering high-quality university teaching at undergraduate or postgraduate levels.
• Ability to communicate complex information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Initiative and creativity in problem-solving.
• Contribution to broader organizational and management processes.

Why join us?

• Be part of the UK\’s leading chemistry research institution, including world-leading clusters and Centres for Doctoral Training.
• Engage with a vibrant community of around 1,000 students and staff, including over 250 postgraduate and postdoctoral researchers.
• Access cutting-edge facilities with over £35M of scientific instruments and analysis tools.