Post-Doctoral Research Associate: Bio-photoelectrochemical device assembly for semi-artificial photosynthesis (Fixed Term)

CompanyUniversity of Cambridge

LocationCambridge, England, United Kingdom

Posted At1/21/2026

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Description

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 2 years in the first instance.

Applications are invited for a post-doctoral research associate to join the groups of Dr Jenny Zhang, collaborating closely with Prof Erwin Reisner at the Department of Chemistry at the University of Cambridge (https://www.ch.cam.ac.uk/group/zhang & https://www-reisner.ch.cam.ac.uk/).

The overarching aim of the post-doctoral position, in partnership with the Reisner group and with the SOLARSPOON consortium (https://www.solarspoon.eu/), is to develop microbial-based photoelectrochemical anodes and cathodes for alternative modes of food material production, eventuating in the assembly of a full working photoelectrochemical device.

The successful applicant will be able expected to independently develop and characterise electrodes in the context of photoelectrocatalysis. They will be expected to: work well in a highly dynamic, interdisciplinary and collaborative environment; take up opportunities for self-development and embracing new scientific challenges; participate in research exchanges with SOLARSPOON consortium partners; and provide mentorship to junior students.

The successful candidate will have (or be about to obtain) a PhD in a relevant field. They will have a strong background in electrochemistry and electrocatalysis, with experience in working with proteins/microorganisms/redox polymers highly desirable. A strong track record of being able to work both

as part of a team, and independently, coupled with excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills will also be highly favoured.

We particularly welcome applications from women and /or candidates from a BME background for this vacancy as they are currently under-represented at this level in our department.

Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.

Please ensure that you upload your Curriculum Vitae (CV), a covering letter and include a publications list in the upload section of the online application. If you upload any additional documents that have not been requested, we will not be able to consider these as part of your application.

Inquiries about this post should be addressed to Dr Jenny Zhang, email jz366@cam.ac.uk.

Please quote reference MA48581 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The Department holds an Athena SWAN silver award for women in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, and Medicine.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.