Research Associate in Colour X-ray Tomography

The University of Manchester; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-leading Pension scheme

Employee health and wellbeing services

Exceptional annual leave entitlement

Paid closure over Christmas

Local and national discounts

Job summary

A leading research university in Manchester is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to work on Colour X-ray Tomography. This role offers a chance to push the boundaries of imaging science by developing advanced imaging techniques and collaborating with international partners. Responsibilities include optimising a Colour X-ray CT test station and leading data analysis. The position promises excellent professional development opportunities and strong support, including a competitive pension scheme and employee health services.

Qualifications

• Experience with hyperspectral imaging and X-ray tomography.
• Ability to lead experimental design and analyse complex data.
• Strong publication record in high-impact journals.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimise a Colour X-ray CT test station.
• Integrate HEXITEC detectors for improved imaging.
• Lead data acquisition and research outcomes.

Skills

Advanced imaging techniques

Data analysis

Collaboration

Education

PhD in a relevant field

Tools

HEXITEC detectors

Job description

Join a World-Leading Research Team to work on Colour X-ray Imaging!

Are you ready to push the boundaries of imaging science? The University of Manchester invites applications for an exciting Postdoctoral Research Associate position in Colour X-ray Tomography, as part of the groundbreaking INCOLOURXF project. This is your opportunity to work at the forefront of hyperspectral X-ray imaging, developing cutting‑edge techniques that combine 3D imaging with elemental and structural analysis. You’ll be part of the National Research Facility for lab X-ray CT (NXCT) and collaborate closely with the Ghent University Centre for X-ray Tomography (UGCT) in Ghent, Belgium.

What you will do

• Develop and optimise a dedicated Colour X-ray CT test station.
• Integrate and enhance the use of HEXITEC detectors for advanced imaging.
• Create new workflows for hyperspectral data reconstruction, visualisation, and analysis.
• Lead experimental design, data acquisition, and interpret complex data sets to drive research outcomes.
• Collaborate internationally, including a planned one‑year research visit to UGCT in Belgium.
• Publish high‑impact research and contribute to future funding proposals.

Why join us

• Be part of a vibrant, interdisciplinary team at one of the world’s top research universities.
• Use and develop state‑of‑the‑art imaging facilities as part of an international collaboration.
• Contribute to a transformative project with real‑world impact across science and industry.

What you will get in return

• Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
• Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
• Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
• Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
• Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers, and more.

As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.

Our University is positive about flexible working – you can find out more here

Please be aware that due to the number of applications we are unfortunately not able to provide individual feedback on your application.

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Name: Professor Timothy Burnett, Professor of Materials and Imaging
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This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.

Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.