Research Associate (KK12771)

University of Bath; Bath; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Bath seeks a Research Associate for an innovative project in Chemical Engineering focused on developing photocatalytic materials for water purification. This role includes designing advanced materials, evaluating their performance in real-world conditions, and collaborating internationally to tackle pressing environmental challenges. Applicants should hold a PhD in a related field and possess relevant experience in catalysis and materials science.

Benefits

Free counselling services through Health Assured

Cycle to work scheme

Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme

Staff discount at Team Bath gym

Generous annual leave allowance

Relocation allowance

Visa reimbursement

Interest-Free Loan to help with immigration costs

Qualifications

• PhD-qualified in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.
• Experienced in catalysis and/or membrane technologies.
• Skilled in materials characterisation and reaction engineering.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimise carbon nitride-based photocatalysts.
• Evaluate catalyst performance for wastewater treatment.
• Collaborate with experts in catalysis and membrane technology.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Education

PhD in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science or related field

Tools

Catalysis techniques

Membrane technologies

Materials characterisation

Reaction engineering

Job description

About The Role

The Department of Chemical Engineering is seeking to appoint a Research Associate to join a cutting-edge research project aimed at tackling one of today’s most pressing environmental challenges: removing persistent pollutants from water using advanced photocatalytic materials.

• Innovative Materials Development: Design and optimise carbon nitride-based photocatalysts through doping and membrane integration to enhance their optical efficiency and real-world applicability.
• Real-World Impact: Evaluate catalyst performance under conditions relevant to wastewater treatment plants, contributing to sustainable water purification technologies.
• International Collaboration: Work at the University of Bath with a research visit to the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, gaining exposure to global research environments.
• Multidisciplinary Environment: Collaborate with experts in catalysis, membranes, materials science, and reaction engineering.
  
  

About You

• PhD-qualified in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field
• Experienced in catalysis and/or membrane technologies
• Skilled in materials characterisation and reaction engineering
• Strong in analytical thinking and problem-solving
  
  

Further information

This position is offered on a full-time (36.5 hours), fixed term period of 12 months.

For informal discussion about the role please contact Antonio Jose Exposito ([e-mail])

As a member of Research Staff at the University of Bath, you will be encouraged to take up a minimum of 10 days professional development pro rata per year

A lower grade offer may be made (Grade 6) with comparable reduction in responsibilities and amendment in job title to Research Assistant, if a suitable applicant cannot be found to fill the Grade 7 position. Applicants will need to be within six months of their course completion date and will be promoted to Research Associate once their PhD has been awarded.

What we can offer you

We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students, so we encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our Safer Recruitment commitment.

We are very proud to be an autism friendly university and are an accredited Disability Confident Leader; committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff.

• Free counselling services through Health Assured
• Cycle to work scheme
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• Staff discount at Team Bath gym
• Staff discounts on postgraduate tuition fees
• Staff discount on language courses
• Generous employer contributory pension schemes
• Generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
• A wide range of personal and professional development opportunities including Apprenticeships, LinkedIn Learning and more
• Free entry to the Holburne Museum in Bath
• Local discounts and more
• A family-friendly workplace
• An excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
• Relocation allowance
• Visa reimbursement and Interest-Free Loan to help with the cost of some immigration expenses
  
  

We are committed to continually expanding our benefits to better support you and enhance your experience with us. Find out more about our benefits.

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Closing Date: 02 Jul 2025

Department: Education & Research

Salary: £38,249 to £45,413