Research Associate/Fellow (Brewing Science) (fixed term)

University of Nottingham; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Nottingham is seeking a full-time Brewing Research Fellow for the International Centre of Brewing Science. The role involves conducting research on sustainable brewing adjunct materials. Candidates should have a relevant PhD and experience in brewing research. The position is fixed-term until February 2027, offering access to university resources and benefits.

Benefits

Staff discounts

Travel schemes

Attractive pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in disseminating research findings via publications.
• Experience in laboratory or pilot-plant brewing research.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and develop objectives for a brewing project.
• Engage collaboratively with project stakeholders.

Skills

Brewing and fermentation principles

Communication

Time management

Organisational skills

Education

PhD in Brewing Science

PhD in Malting Science

PhD in Yeast Cell Biology

PhD in Fermentation

Job description

Closing Date
Tuesday 03 June 2025

Reference
SCI146725

The University of Nottingham seeks applications for a full-time Brewing Research Fellow to join our team at the International Centre of Brewing Science (ICBS) at Sutton Bonington Campus.

The role-holder will take responsibility for conducting research, developing research objectives and proposals for a specific project focused on the development of a novel sustainable brewing adjunct material. This project is sponsored by an industry partner and has set milestones and deliverables.

Candidates must hold a PhD (or close to completion) in a relevant field such as brewing science, malting science, yeast cell biology, fermentation, or a related discipline; and have experience of disseminating their own research findings via conference presentations and publication in peer-reviewed journals. We seek a highly motivated individual with strong knowledge of brewing and fermentation principles and/or practice and prior experience of conducting laboratory and/or pilot-plant-based brewing research. As a people-orientated individual, you will have the ability to build relationships, influence, and engage collaboratively with the project stakeholders. This will require strong organisation, time management and communication skills.

The ICBS is in the School of Biosciences, an internationally recognised leader in its field for the provision of both research and teaching. The campus is on a 16-hectare site located in South Nottinghamshire. A purpose-built Bioenergy & Brewing Science Building was opened in 2011, housing state of the art laboratory, analytical and pilot brewing facilities supporting a research community of Postgraduate and Post-doctoral scientists and delivery of a range of specialist Brewing courses.

The post is offered on a full time (36.25 hours per week), fixed term contract until 28 February 2027.

As a University employee, you will have access to the resources of UoN as well as a range of benefits and rewards, including staff discounts, travel schemes and a highly attractive pension scheme.

Informal enquiries may be addressed to David Cook email [e-mail]. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.