Research Associate in NanoMIP Characterisation and Polymer Analytics

University of Manchester; Liverpool City Region; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Manchester is seeking a Research Associate for an 18-month EPSRC-funded project on advancing AF4 for precision characterisation of nanoMIPs. The role involves developing high-resolution characterisation techniques and collaborating closely with interdisciplinary teams across Manchester and Sheffield, along with engaging with industrial partners.

Benefits

Fantastic market leading Pension scheme

Excellent employee health and wellbeing services

Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement

Additional paid closure over Christmas

Local and national discounts at retailers

Qualifications

• A PhD in a relevant discipline.
• Experience in polymer characterisation techniques.
• Ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Optimise AF4 protocols and benchmark analytical methods.
• Develop high-resolution characterisation of nanoparticles.
• Conduct work in both Manchester and Sheffield.

Skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Analytical skills

Research methodology

Education

PhD in relevant field

Job description

Research Associate in NanoMIP Characterisation and Polymer Analytics

University of Manchester

Manchester

GBP 30,000 - 37,000

We are recruiting a research associate (PDRA) to work on the EPSRC-funded project AF4-MIP: Advancing AF4 for Precision Characterisation of Molecularly Imprinted Polymer Nanoparticles, a collaboration between Dr Tom McDonald at the University of Manchester and Prof Nick Turner at the University of Sheffield.

The goal of this 18-month project is to develop asymmetric flow field-flow fractionation (AF4) into a robust platform for the high-resolution characterisation of nanoscale molecularly imprinted nanoparticles (nanoMIPs) and their interactions with biological targets such as proteins and extracellular vesicles. The project will leverage cutting-edge instrumentation and expertise at the Henry Royce Institute, with nanoMIP synthesis carried out at Sheffield. Detailed analytical work will be conducted in both Manchester and Sheffield.

The successful candidate will work closely with interdisciplinary collaborators to optimise AF4 protocols, benchmark against other analytical methods, and correlate polymer synthesis parameters with functional behaviour. There will be regular funded travel to Sheffield and opportunities to engage with industrial partners.

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

As an equal opportunities employer we support an inclusive working environment and welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.

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

Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.

Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.

Any CV’s submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift.

Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:

Name: Dr Tom McDonald - Reader in Sustainable Materials

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.

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