Research Fellow in Electron Crystallography Data Processing

Overview

This role provides a position within a new research project at University College London investigating scattering processes and detector interactions to optimize the measurement and integration of electron diffraction data in electron crystallography. Funded by a BBSRC award, the project involves a collaboration with Diamond Light Source and STFC maintainers of DIALS and CCP4 to build a digital twin and theoretical model of electron diffraction, with methods implemented in DIALS. The appointment is for a fixed term of 36 months starting as soon as possible within the Advanced Microscopy and Crystallography Lab in the Department of Chemistry at the Bloomsbury Campus.

Who can apply

Applicants must hold or be near completion of a PhD in physics, chemistry, materials science or a related discipline. Candidates need a strong background in crystallography, electron microscopy, or theoretical modelling of scattering and diffraction, along with a solid understanding of crystallographic principles and in-depth knowledge of either electron microscopy and diffraction or scattering process theory.

What you get

The position offers a salary ranging from £47,186 to £55,099 per annum on a full-time, fixed-term contract basis. The appointee will work collaboratively across UCL and Harwell, with opportunities to spend time working directly with project partners at Harwell. Responsibilities include designing and maintaining research software, supervising student researchers, contributing to future funding proposals, and leading the preparation of research publications.

How to apply

Applications require a CV, a list of publications, and a cover letter explaining interest in the position and fulfillment of the job criteria.

Key dates

The closing date for applications is 3 December 2026.