Research Associate/Fellow (Fixed Term) (MED255725X1)

Karlstad University; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research institution in Nottingham seeks a Research Associate/Fellow to develop advanced organ-on-chip systems. This role involves collaboration with international researchers and requires a PhD in a relevant field. The position offers an exciting opportunity to work onsite at partner laboratories, with potential travel to the USA for 6-24 months. This full-time role is fixed-term until 30/10/2029 and starts in January 2026.

Benefits

Supportive culture

Equality and Diversity commitment

Opportunity for international collaboration

Qualifications

• Proven experience in microfluidic systems.
• Strong research skills with the ability to independently design and conduct experiments.
• Detail-oriented and highly organised.

Responsibilities

• Design, optimise, and implement advanced organ-on-chip systems.
• Oversee fluidic interconnectivity and biological functionality.
• Support researchers by adapting microfluidic platforms to specific tissue models.

Skills

Microfluidic systems

Tissue engineering

Research skills

Communication skills

Collaborative skills

Education

PhD in Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering, Microfluidics or related field

Job description

Research Associate/Fellow (Fixed-Term) (MED255725X1)

We are a pioneering institution that provides an exceptional research-led education for 45,000 students from over 150 countries.

Research Associate/Fellow in Multi-tissue organ-on-chip systems

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Research Scientist to contribute to the design, optimisation, and implementation of advanced organ-on-chip systems. This role involves overseeing fluidic interconnectivity and biological functionality within a multi-organ microfluidic platform. You will be a key member of an international multipartner cluster, supporting researchers by adapting microfluidic platforms to a range of specific tissue models.

The post will be based within the School of Life Sciences with periods of secondment to Prof Shrike Zhang’s Laboratory in Harvard University, USA. The ideal candidate is highly organised and detail-oriented. They should have proven experience in microfluidic systems, tissue engineering, or related fields. Strong research skills with the ability to independently design and conduct experiments, and excellent communication and collaborative skills to work effectively in an international research consortium will be essential. The successful candidate should be willing and able to travel and work onsite at partner laboratory in the USA as needed. These are likely to be periods of 6-18 months and up to 24 months in total during the whole project.

Candidates must have a PhD awarded or submitted (or close to submission) in Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering, Microfluidics, or a related field. The successful candidate will be required to work flexibility in order to meet the demands of the project.

This job is full time and is available from January 2026 and is fixed-term until 30/10/2029.

We pride ourselves on the collegial and supportive culture created by our staff. We are dedicated to creating an environment which enables our staff to thrive and achieve their potential. Our commitment to Equality and Diversity has been recognised in the awarding of an Athena Swan Gold Award.

Please contact Amir Ghaemmaghami ([e-mail]) if you have further questions about this role. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

Closing Date: 19 Dec 2025
Category: Research and Teaching (R&T)

Job details

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Research Associate/Fellow (Fixed-Term) (MED255725X1)

2025-12-19 23:59 (Europe/London)
2025-12-20 00:59 (CET)