Job title        Research Assistant in Energy Storage and Conversion
能源存储与转化研究助理

Division        Energy Storage and Conversion
能源存储与转化
Reporting to        Prof. Mauro Pasta
Group websites       
https://www.pastagroup.org/
https://oscar.web.ox.ac.uk/energy-storage-and-conversion-group

Salary Range        A competitive remuneration package will apply
有竞争力的薪酬待遇
Hours        Full time
全职
Contract type        Fixed-term (3 years), with the possibility of extension.
固定合同（3年），可以延长。
Start date        15 Aug, 2021 (Negotiable)
2021年08月15日（可议）
Application closing date        Open until filled


The role
The post holder will join and undertake research as part of the Energy Storage and Conversion group, reporting to Prof. Mauro Pasta.
We are looking for researchers with expertise, and extensive experience in electrochemistry in the following areas (Essential must-have criteria):
•        electrochemistry (voltammetric methods, EIS)
•        electrocatalysis (electrocatalytic water splitting HER, OER; experience in photo-electrochemical water splitting can be considered relevant)
And preferably one or more of the following areas (Desirable):
•        solid state materials chemistry
•        material synthesis
•        materials characterization including advanced imaging (i.e. FIB/SEM and TEM, spectroscopy and sample preparation) and X-ray techniques (i.e. XRD, XPS)
•        a strong publication record
We are looking for well organised and self-motivated scientists, with the ability to manage the day-to-day running of a research project, and to carry out appropriate research activities within a given timescale, demonstrating the ability to work cooperatively with colleagues in an extremely fast-paced and intellectually stimulating environment.
岗位
该研究助理/技术员将加入能源存储与转化实验室，并向Mauro Pasta教授汇报。我们正在寻找有丰富电化学表征经验的候选人（必要条件）：
•        电化学表征（循环伏安法，交流阻抗谱）
•        电催化（电催化制氢；光催化经验可以考虑）
如有下列一种或多种经验将有竞争优势（优选条件）
•        固态材料化学
•        材料合成
•        材料和分析技术（FIB/SEM，TEM，UV-Vis光谱，样品制备）和X射线技术（XRD,XPS）
•        发表多篇相关论文
我们正在寻找组织良好且有上进心的候选人，他们有能力管理研究项目的日常运行，确定研究目标并在给定的时间范围内开展适当的研究活动，从而展现出色的工作能力，和与同事在快节奏，且具有智力刺激的环境中合作的能力。
Responsibilities/duties
•        Support the research as directed by PI and cooperated with the other RS/RA to a high degree of professional competence.
•        Manage own academic research and administrative activities, involving small scale project management, to co-ordinate multiple aspects of work to meet deadlines.
•        Adapt existing and develop new scientific techniques and experimental protocols.
•        Test hypotheses and analyse scientific data from a variety of sources, reviewing and refining working hypotheses as appropriate.
•        Contribute ideas for new research projects.
•        Develop ideas for generating research income, and present detailed research proposals to senior researchers.
•        Collaborate in the preparation of scientific reports and journal articles and present papers and posters.
•        Use specialist scientific equipment in a laboratory environment.
•        Act as a source of information and advice to other members of the group on scientific protocols and experimental techniques.
•        Represent the research group at external meetings/seminars, either with other members of the group or alone.
•        Carry out collaborative projects with colleagues in partner institutions, and research groups.
职责/职责
•        支持PI指导的研究，并与其他RS / RA进行了高度专业合作。
•        管理自己的学术研究和行政活动，包括小规模的项目管理，以协调工作的多个方面，并按时完成工作。
•        调整现有技术并开发新的科学技术和实验方案。
•        检验假设并分析来自各种来源的科学数据，并酌情审查和完善工作假设。
•        为新的研究项目提供想法。
•        提出产生研究收入的想法，并向高级研究人员提出详细的研究建议。
•        合作编写科学报告和期刊文章，并发表论文和海报。
•        在实验室环境中使用专业的科学设备。
•        充当有关该科学协议和实验技术的信息和建议的对象。
•        与其他成员一起或单独, 代表研究小组参加外部会议/研讨会，。
•        与合作伙伴机构和研究小组的同事进行协作项目。
Selection criteria
•        Hold a relevant master’s degree or bachelor’s degree, together with relevant experience
•        Possess sufficient specialist knowledge in the discipline to work within established research programmes
•        Ability to manage own academic research and associated activities
•        Previous experience of contributing to publications/presentations
•        Ability to contribute ideas for new research projects and research income generation
•        Excellent communication skills, including the ability to write for publication, present research proposals and results, and represent the research group at meetings
•        Experience in independently managing a discrete area of a research project

Candidates will be considered for both the Research Assistant and Research Technician position depending on qualifications.
选拔条件
•        拥有化学，化学工程或材料科学硕士或本科学士学位，并具有相关经验。
•        在提到的领域具有优秀的专业技能。
•        具有足够的专业知识，可以在既定的研究计划中开展工作。
•        能够管理自己的学术研究和相关活动。
•        能够为新的研究项目和研究创收贡献思想。
•        优秀的沟通能力，包括撰写论文，提出研究建议和结果以及代表研究小组参加会议的能力。
•        具有独立管理不同研究项目的经验。

About OSCAR (Oxford Suzhou Centre for Advanced Research)  
OSCAR, the University of Oxford’s first overseas research centre, is working closely with the Suzhou Industrial Park and both academic and industrial collaborators in China to progress a range of exciting societal and economic development opportunities.
As a multidisciplinary research, innovation and technology centre, OSCAR focuses on research challenges and technologies that both complement the Centre’s location in Suzhou Industrial Park and capitalise on current Oxford research strengths. Research will initially be focused around the areas of biomedical engineering, biomedicine, advanced functional materials, electronic/ optoelectronic/ photonic devices, environmental technology, energy, mathematical and computational applications in finance and in health, and other related science and engineering disciplines.
The Centre is positioned in Suzhou Dushu Lake Science and Education Innovation District (SEID), a district in southern SIP with a high concentration of science, education and innovation activity. SEID is the archetype of higher education internationalization in China which hosts 32 local and foreign universities and institutions. The Centre, housed in a nine-storey building with a gross space of 20,000m2, offers flexible access to facilities for multi-functional activities such as labs, seminars, workshops, training, public events, and administration, etc.


Guidance for Applicants
Thank you for your interest in applying for posts at the Oxford-Suzhou Centre for Advanced Research (OSCAR).

Before applying:
Please read the job description and selection criteria carefully to determine whether you have the required skills, knowledge, and experience for the advertised role. Please DO NOT apply for the posts which are currently unavailable. We typically receive many applications for each post, so your cover letter should be used to show how you meet the essential and desirable criteria in order to be shortlisted for interview.

How to apply:
Send your application to HR@oxford-oscar.cn
1.        Email subject should be the title of the post for which you are applying
2.        Include your contact information, name, telephone number and your availability for interview in the email
3.        Attach a cover letter and CV (both in English) as PDF documents.

Cover letter (no longer than one page):
Use the cover letter to explain your motivation for joining OSCAR, and state how your skills and experience match these requirements. Provide evidence that you have the skills, knowledge, experience, qualifications to meet the requirements of the post, with examples from previous work.

Curriculum Vitae (no longer than 8 pages):
Check that your CV is up-to-date, tailored to the job for which you are applying, and within the page limit. Highlight the skills and experience that are relevant to the post for which you are applying. Give details of your education, employment history, publication record, lists of prizes, and voluntary experience.

After applying:
The information you supply on your application will be provided to a selection panel, who will use it to assess your suitability for the post against the published selection criteria. You may be contacted via e-mail at any date regarding your application.
Your information is held securely in a database owned by OSCAR. The data will not be passed to external organisations or individuals other than those acting in a capacity as agents for OSCAR for software support purposes, or where an external body is party to the recruitment process.
When you submit an application to OSCAR you confirm that you agree to these Terms and Conditions of Use, including the following declarations:
•        The information provided in the application materials is true and complete. I understand that any offer of employment may be conditional upon satisfactory screening.
•        I consent to be contacted by OSCAR at any date regarding my application.
•        I consent to the information given in this application being stored and processed in accordance with the data protection rules at OSCAR.

Thank you for your interest in applying for a post at OSCAR.

Recruitment Office
Oxford Suzhou Centre for Advanced Research
Email: HR@oxford-oscar.cn

有意向者可电话咨询
informal contacts please address (wechat同号）

Dr. Jerry Liu 13456501023 or Dr. C Wang 18261857697


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