Research Associate in NanoMIP Characterisation and Polymer Analytics

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Manchester is seeking a Research Associate to work on an EPSRC-funded project focused on the characterisation of molecularly imprinted nanoparticles. The role involves optimising analytical protocols and collaborating with experts across institutions, offering a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in polymer analytics.

Benefits

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 major retailers

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant scientific discipline.
• Experience in polymer analytics or related fields.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimise AF4 protocols for characterisation.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and engage with industrial partners.
• Conduct detailed analytical work in Manchester and Sheffield.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Protocol optimization

Education

PhD in relevant field

Job description

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Research Associate in NanoMIP Characterisation and Polymer Analytics, Manchester

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Client:

The University of Manchester

Location:

Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

23.05.2025

Expiry Date:

07.07.2025

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Job Description:

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:

• 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 CVs 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

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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.

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