Research Fellow in Atmospheric Aerosol Composition

University of York

Research Fellow at the National Centre for Atmospheric Science developing high-resolution analytical methods for nitrogen-containing organic aerosols and degradation products from amine-based carbon capture.

University of York campus, York, United KingdomNational Centre for Atmospheric Science, Wolfson Atmospheric Chemistry Laboratories, Department of ChemistryResearch Fellow, postdoctoral-level£46,049 to £56,535 per year

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Employment

Vacancy terms

Career stage: Postdoctoral researcher
Employment type: Research Fellow, postdoctoral-level
Contract: Fixed-term
Contract ends: 31 Mar 2028
Original contract term: 18 months
Schedule: Full-time
Workplace: University of York campus
FTE: Not stated
Salary: £46,049 to £56,535 per year
Department or school: National Centre for Atmospheric Science, Wolfson Atmospheric Chemistry Laboratories, Department of Chemistry
Posted: 21 Jul 2026

Role

Responsibilities

Develop analytical methods for amines, nitrosamines, nitramines and related aerosol compounds
Apply 2D GC and UHPLC-MS to oxidation-flow-reactor aerosol
Work with interdisciplinary teams and regulators
Supervise postgraduate researchers and mentor colleagues

Candidate profile

Qualifications and requirements

Qualifications

Doctoral-level career expectation in atmospheric or analytical chemistry or other relevant experience
Advanced atmospheric aerosol analytical-method expertise

Requirements

The official advert states the successful candidate is expected to have a PhD in atmospheric or analytical chemistry, while also permitting other relevant experience
Strong track record in developing analytical methods to study organic aerosol composition
Experience contributing to research-programme planning and management of research activity
Two-dimensional gas chromatography
UHPLC-mass spectrometry
Oxidation flow reactor studies
High-resolution organic aerosol compositional analysis
Knowledge of atmospheric chemical processes and organic aerosol composition
Ability to engage with a range of audiences and stakeholders
Ability to supervise and mentor research students and colleagues

Employment package

Benefits

£46,049 to £56,535 per year
Family-friendly and flexible working arrangements are referenced by the employer
18 months
Full-time
Fixed-term

Application

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Eligibility

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The official advert states the successful candidate is expected to have a PhD in atmospheric or analytical chemistry, while also permitting other relevant experience; Strong track record in developing analytical methods to study organic aerosol composition; Two-dimensional gas chromatography; UHPLC-mass spectrometry

University of York

Funding

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