The University of St Andrews is seeking an experienced chemist to support the daily operation of a newly established Power-to-X (P2X) Facility. This is a fixed-term position for 48 months in the first instance, with the potential for extension subject to funding.

The role is central to the delivery of a strategic research facility focused on carbon capture and utilisation, with a primary emphasis on technical operations and infrastructure. It combines responsibility for supporting the day-to-day facility management with operation of equipment, including fixed bed reactor systems and associated analytical instrumentation. The postholder will support the commissioning of purpose-built reactor systems and be accountable for their safe, reliable and efficient operation, including performance optimisation, maintenance and troubleshooting. The role also includes providing technical support to users and ensuring that experimental work is delivered effectively through robust operational processes and adherence to safety and quality standards

The successful candidate will join the research group of Dr Paul Webb (pbw@st-andrews.ac.uk) who can be contacted informally for further information.

Employees of the University have access to a wide range of staff benefits including:

• Annual leave of 34 days, plus 5 public holidays
• Membership of the USS Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions
• A hybrid working environment, including partial homeworking where appropriate and a range of family friendly policies
• Staff discount scheme for local and national goods and services
• Free staff parking, employee Carshare and Cycle to Work Schemes and subsidised local bus travel
• Subsidised sports membership, reduced tuition fees on degree programmes for staff, access to training and development opportunities including LinkedIn Learning, access to library facilities, salary sacrifice scheme

We particularly welcome applications from people from Black, Asian, minority ethnic and minority religions

At St Andrews, equality, diversity, and inclusion are central to who we are and form a core pillar of our University Strategy. We are committed to creating a fair, inclusive and supportive workplace, reflected in our participation in national diversity charters and awards, including Athena Swan, Carer Positive and the Race Equality Charter.

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Information on other visa options is available at https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa or by contacting our HR Immigration Team on hrimmigration@st-andrews.ac.uk.

Closing Date: 31 July 2026

Please quote ref: TG1366DD

School of Chemistry

Salary: £38,784 - £42,254 per annum

Start Date: As soon as possible

Fixed Term: 4 years