Postdoctoral Researcher
Royal College of Art
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Job summary
The Royal College of Art invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher (full time and fixed term post for 8 months). The role sits within the Centre for Materials Science & Culture at RCA, Battersea, and offers a hybrid working pattern with two days remote work.
The post is graded at Grade 7, tied to the Circular Design Toolbox Project and the Proof of Concept phase. The position is contracted for eight months with a pro rata salary, and requires residence or presence at RCA facilities in
Job description
Company: The Royal College of Art
Salary: £44,840 to £48,416 a year, pro rata
Hours: Full-time
Location: SW11 4NL
Working pattern: Hybrid - 2 days remote
Job type: Contract
Posting date: 15 Sept 2026
Closing date: 30 Sept 2026
POST: Grade 7 Postdoctoral Researcher
Circular Design Toolbox Project
Centre for Materials Science & Culture, RCA
Location: Battersea/Hybrid (minimum 3 days on campus)
Project: Circular Design Toolbox Project - Proof of Concept
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