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Research Fellow in Multiscale X-Ray CT Scanning

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We are looking to recruit an experienced X-ray CT scanning specialist to join our world-class multidisciplinary team of scientists investigating plant-soil interaction under an ERC Consolidator programme.

There are three streams to the current team’s work: (1) structural imaging of plant-soil interactions using X-ray Computed Tomography, (2) chemical mapping of plant-soil interaction using X-ray Fluorescence and SEM-EDX elemental mapping in correlation with micro-dialysis soil solution sampling and ICP-MS analysis, and (3) multiscale mathematical modelling that integrates the structural and chemical information into the new state of the art mathematical model of plant nutrient uptake. The pathfinder plant for the project is wheat and the pathfinder nutrient is P.

We are looking for a specialist in X-ray CT scanning, accessing a variety of in house systems at the µ-VIS X-ray Imaging Centre (see www.muvis.org) and national synchrotron sites (DLS and SLS). Familiarity with advanced X-ray CT image analysis methodologies and software is also an absolutely essential for this position.

To be successful you will need a track record of producing peer reviewed publications. You will hold a PhD or equivalent in engineering and be able to demonstrate experience in X-ray CT imaging of challenging multiphase materials e.g. soil. Ability to demonstrate the integration across different disciplines as part of a close-knit team is absolutely essential to this position.

The University of Southampton is an institution in the top one per cent of world universities and one of the UK’s top 15 research-intensive universities.  We have an international reputation for research, teaching and enterprise.  

You will join a leading Engineering Faculty with an excellent record of collaborative research with industry and academic institutions in the UK and abroad.  In September 2016 an Athena SWAN Bronze award was received in recognition of our continued commitment to improving equality for women in science and engineering.

Applications for Research Fellow positions will be considered from candidates who are working towards or nearing completion of a relevant PhD qualification. The title of Research Fellow will be applied upon successful completion of the PhD. Prior to the qualification being awarded, the title of Senior Research Assistant will be given.

 

Application procedure

Applicants are requested to apply online via the apply button below. The application deadline will be midnight on the closing date stated above. If you need any assistance, please call Matt Saxby (Recruitment Team) on +44 (0) 23 8059 3462. Please quote reference 1021818BX on all correspondence.

Informal enquiries to Professor Tiina Roose (T.Roose@soton.ac.uk)

 

We aim to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Please note that applications from agencies will not be accepted unless indicated in the job advert.

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