Posted 05 June, 2026
Research Fellow (Post Doctoral Researcher)
University Vacancies Ireland
Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Temporary
Reference: 1569507211
Post Status: Full-time; Specific Purpose
Research Group / Department / School: McAuley Group, School of Chemistry, Trinity College Dublin, the University of Dublin
Location: School of Chemistry, Trinity College Dublin, the University of Dublin College Green, Dublin 2, Ireland
Reports to: Dr Chris Batchelor-McAuley
Salary: €47,273
Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week
Closing Date: 12 Noon (GMT), 10 July 2026
Post Summary
We are pleased to invite applications for a postdoctoral research position in the McAuley Group, School of Chemistry, Trinity College Dublin, working on a Research Ireland funded project focused on the development of sustainable synthetic technologies.
The project, Sustainable Synthetic Transformations: Replacing Photons with Electrons, aims to develop electrochemical alternatives to conventional photoredox catalysis. The research will explore how electrochemical radical initiation can be used to drive synthetically useful transformations under milder, more scalable, and more sustainable conditions, reducing reliance on toxic or rare metal-based initiators and minimising chemical waste.
This interdisciplinary project sits at the interface of synthetic organic chemistry, physical electrochemistry, and reaction engineering. The successful candidate will contribute to the development and mechanistic study of electrochemically initiated radical reactions, alongside the design of scalable electrochemical flow systems suitable for future industrial translation.
Research activities may include:
• development of electrochemical synthetic methodologies,
• mechanistic studies of radical reaction pathways,
• investigation of solvent, electrolyte, and electrode effects on reactivity and selectivity,
• development of flow-cell and reactor technologies,
• electroanalytical characterisation and voltammetry,
• and engagement with industrially relevant synthetic processes.
The position offers opportunities to shape aspects of the research programme and develop independent research ideas aligned with the broader goals of the project.
Prior experience in electrochemistry is not required. Candidates with strong backgrounds in synthetic chemistry or related experimental disciplines who are interested in learning electrochemical methods are encouraged to apply.
The successful applicant will join a growing interdisciplinary research environment with access to excellent facilities within the School of Chemistry and Trinity College Dublin. The project will involve collaboration across synthetic chemistry, electrochemistry, and applied physical chemistry, with opportunities for conference participation, publication, and industrial engagement.
Qualifications
Applicants must hold, or be close to completion of, a PhD in Chemistry or a closely related discipline. Candidates with backgrounds in synthetic organic chemistry, electrochemistry, physical chemistry, materials chemistry, or related areas are encouraged to apply.
Application Instructions
Please click on the Apply button below for the full job description and application instructions.
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Research Group / Department / School: McAuley Group, School of Chemistry, Trinity College Dublin, the University of Dublin
Location: School of Chemistry, Trinity College Dublin, the University of Dublin College Green, Dublin 2, Ireland
Reports to: Dr Chris Batchelor-McAuley
Salary: €47,273
Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week
Closing Date: 12 Noon (GMT), 10 July 2026
Post Summary
We are pleased to invite applications for a postdoctoral research position in the McAuley Group, School of Chemistry, Trinity College Dublin, working on a Research Ireland funded project focused on the development of sustainable synthetic technologies.
The project, Sustainable Synthetic Transformations: Replacing Photons with Electrons, aims to develop electrochemical alternatives to conventional photoredox catalysis. The research will explore how electrochemical radical initiation can be used to drive synthetically useful transformations under milder, more scalable, and more sustainable conditions, reducing reliance on toxic or rare metal-based initiators and minimising chemical waste.
This interdisciplinary project sits at the interface of synthetic organic chemistry, physical electrochemistry, and reaction engineering. The successful candidate will contribute to the development and mechanistic study of electrochemically initiated radical reactions, alongside the design of scalable electrochemical flow systems suitable for future industrial translation.
Research activities may include:
• development of electrochemical synthetic methodologies,
• mechanistic studies of radical reaction pathways,
• investigation of solvent, electrolyte, and electrode effects on reactivity and selectivity,
• development of flow-cell and reactor technologies,
• electroanalytical characterisation and voltammetry,
• and engagement with industrially relevant synthetic processes.
The position offers opportunities to shape aspects of the research programme and develop independent research ideas aligned with the broader goals of the project.
Prior experience in electrochemistry is not required. Candidates with strong backgrounds in synthetic chemistry or related experimental disciplines who are interested in learning electrochemical methods are encouraged to apply.
The successful applicant will join a growing interdisciplinary research environment with access to excellent facilities within the School of Chemistry and Trinity College Dublin. The project will involve collaboration across synthetic chemistry, electrochemistry, and applied physical chemistry, with opportunities for conference participation, publication, and industrial engagement.
Qualifications
Applicants must hold, or be close to completion of, a PhD in Chemistry or a closely related discipline. Candidates with backgrounds in synthetic organic chemistry, electrochemistry, physical chemistry, materials chemistry, or related areas are encouraged to apply.
Application Instructions
Please click on the Apply button below for the full job description and application instructions.
Apply
