Job offer Post Doctoral Research Fellow in Miscanthus Bioenergy & Soil Remediation

Liverpool John Moores University; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK university is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Miscanthus BioEnergy & Soil Remediation. This full-time position involves leading research on Miscanthus biomass production and soil remediation strategies. Successful candidates will hold a PhD in a relevant field and have experience in plant field research. The role offers competitive salary, professional development support, and a supportive working environment. Applications are welcome from a diverse range of candidates.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Generous annual leave

Professional development support

Family-friendly policies

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent in a relevant field.
• Experience in plant field research and experimental design.
• Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals.
• Excellent analytical and quantitative skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Desire to explore cold tolerance in Miscanthus.

Responsibilities

• Lead field and greenhouse studies on Miscanthus.
• Quantify soil and plant toxicity levels.
• Analyze data and prepare results for publication.
• Write and publish academic papers.
• Supervise junior research staff.
• Contribute to project management and collaboration.

Skills

Field research

Experimental design

Data analysis

Communication

Teamwork

Mentoring

Education

PhD or equivalent in plant biology, crop science, environmental science

Job description

Postdoctoral Research Fellow – Miscanthus Bioenergy & Soil Remediation

Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Miscanthus BioEnergy & Soil Remediation. The role supports a collaborative project funded by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCDO) Innovate Ukraine Programme, aiming to increase Miscanthus biomass production in Ukraine and restore contaminated land through phytoremediation.

About the Post

• Full‑time, fixed‑term appointment up to 18 months, depending on start date.
• Location: University of Liverpool, United Kingdom.
• Application deadline: 11 January 2026.

Responsibilities

• Lead field and greenhouse studies on the biofuel crop Miscanthus, including trial set‑up, monitoring and data collection.
• Quantify soil and plant toxicity levels and assess plant morphological and physiological responses.
• Analyze data using Genotype × Environment × Treatment designs and prepare results for publication.
• Write and publish academic papers in international peer‑reviewed journals.
• Supervise and advise junior research staff and graduate students.
• Contribute to project management tasks and interdisciplinary collaboration within the group.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent in plant biology, crop science, environmental science or related field.
• Proven experience in plant field research and experimental design.
• Strong record of publication in peer‑reviewed journals.
• Excellent analytical and quantitative skills, with familiarity in statistical genetics and genotype‑environment interaction analysis.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, and a supportive attitude toward mentoring.
• Desire to explore cold tolerance in Miscanthus varieties and extend research beyond core deliverables.

Benefits

• Competitive salary in line with UK postdoctoral standards.
• Pension scheme and generous annual leave entitlement.
• Induction and professional development support.
• Family‑friendly policies and inclusive working environment.

How to Apply

Informal enquiries can be made to Dr R Webster ([e-mail]). Full applications should be submitted via LJMU’s vacancy portal before the closing date of 11 January 2026.

LJMU is an equal‑opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities, irrespective of age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, ethnicity or religion. All appointments are made on merit.