Postdoctoral Research Associate

Durham University; North East; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Durham University in the United Kingdom is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Department of Engineering. The role focuses on advanced research activities within engineering, with duties including conducting experiments, analyzing data, and contributing to publications.

This is a fixed-term, full-time appointment until 30 June 2028, with possible extension upon successful mid-term review.

Job description

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Job Description - Postdoctoral Research Associate (26001457)

Job Description

Postdoctoral Research Associate (

Job Number:

26001457 )

Department of Engineering

Grade 7 : - £39,560 to £41,885 per annum

Fixed Term - Full Time

Contract Duration : Until 30th June 2028 with a possible extension on condition of a successful mid-term review

Working Arrangements : 9am and 5pm

Closing Date

Closing Date: 23-Nov-2026, 11:59:00 PM

Disclosure and Barring Service Requirement : Not Applicable.

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The Role and Department

The Department of Engineering is consistently one of the best engineering departments in the