The University of St Andrews is seeking a Post-doctoral Research Fellow to work on a project entitled “Helical Out-of-Equilibrium Systems: Exploring Light-Induced Structural Distortions.” The role focuses on photoswitchable structures for energy storage, with potential applications in photopharmacology. Start date is 1 November 2026, for a 12-month fixed term.
The successful candidate will hold a PhD in Chemistry or be nearing completion, with expertise in photoswitches and related synthetic
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Postdoc Research Fellow: Photoswitchable Energy Storage in St Andrews employer: University of St Andrews
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