UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH WALES
PRIFYSGOL DE CYMRU
Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science
Research Assistant for Hydrogen Storage A4B Project (Ref: CES046)
Grade D, £22,700 - £26,264 per annum
Fixed term contract until 31/12/2014
The Sustainable Environment Research Centre, which is based in the Faculty of Computing, Engineering & Science at the University of South Wales is seeking a research assistant to contribute to an A4B funded Proof of Concept project to develop a novel hydrogen storage technology in collaboration with industry. The successful applicant will have a degree in inorganic chemistry with at least three years additional research experience in inorganic chemistry and hydrogen storage. Previous experience of mentoring undergraduates in the lab is desirable. The main purpose of the role is to undertake supervised research which might include preparing, setting up, conducting and recording outcomes of projects, experiments, field work, etc.
CLOSING DATE: 1 st January 2014

JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Research Assistant for Hydrogen Storage A4B Project – CES046
Fixed term contract until 31/12/2014
GRADE & SALARY:
DEPARTMENT:
Responsible to:
Grade D, £22,700 - £26,264 per annum
Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science
Prof David Antonelli
Responsible for:
Main Purpose of Job:
Carrying out research to support A4B Proof of Concept project
To undertake supervised research projects and provide support for researchers and research teams as required.
Principal Responsibilities and Duties:
To undertake supervised research which might include preparing, setting up, conducting and recording outcomes of projects, experiments, field work, etc
To support other research staff, eg academic staff, Research Fellows, Principal Investigators, in the furtherance of their research and of specific projects
To assist with the preparation of reports and the presentation of information to research groups, steering groups, etc. - particularly progress reports
To write up own work and results of personal research
To analyse and interpret results of own research, making use of standard research methods and techniques
To contribute to the planning process of the research team
To assist, as required in the supervision of student projects
To contribute, if required to introductory courses and use of research tools and equipment.
To undertake continuous personal and professional development which contributes to knowledge and skills within the subject area
To comply with University policies relating to health and safety, equality of opportunity and data management
Any other duties as maybe assigned from time to time commensurate with the grade

PERSON SPECIFICATION
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Essential a) Synthesis of air sensitive organometallic compounds, familiarity with hydrogen storage measurements and calorimetry.
KNOWLEDGE
Essential b) Inorganic chemistry, organometallic chemistry, hydrogen storage
EXPERIENCE
Essential c) BSc in inorganic chemistry with at least three years additional research experience in inorganic chemistry and hydrogen storage and an undergraduate research project in organometallic synthesis.
TRAINING
Essential d) Basic skills in organometallic synthesis,
Desirable f) XRD, XPS, an neutron scattering (INS) experience
Desirable g) XRD, XPS, and INS knowledge.
Desirable h) Previous experience mentoring undergraduates in lab.
Desirable i) Training on XPS, XRD, INS. physical methods in spectroscopy and characterization, hydrogen storage measurement experience, scientific writing skills.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Essential e) Must be available December 1 2013 and commit to 1 year.
Desirable j) Ability to train new staff.
It is essential that when making an application, candidates specifically address the criteria set out in the
Person Specification. This information will be used in deciding those to be shortlisted.