Research Assistant
| Posting date: | 20 June 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £33,348 to £36,333 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 09 July 2024 |
| Location: | Bradford, West Yorkshire |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 1 day per week |
| Company: | University of Bradford |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | HR0168387 |
Summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled person to undertake experimental studies as a postgraduate researcher, part of a team delivering a project funded by Sinopec, a major international chemicals manufacturer, in our internationally leading Polymer Interdisciplinary Research Centre. Complementary work will be undertaken by the company in Beijing.
You will undertake experimental studies in the solid phase orientation of polymers to enhance their physical properties, for which we have a leading track record and facilities.
The main requirements are: -
Experimental skills to undertake processing of polymers in the solid phase and characterisation of the physical properties of oriented polymer products.
Ability to analyse and present experimental results clearly.
Ability to work in teams in our laboratory, and with visiting researchers from the company.
Excellent communication and organisational skills are required, including timely reporting of experimental findings and their significance.
Full support where needed will be given to the right candidate and the opportunity to expand your skills with dedicated training, with potential to register for a higher degree.
The University of Bradford strives to be an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
In Return,We offer:
• Excellent salary package
• Generous pension scheme -USS Pension
• Annual leave starting at 25 days. Plus an additional 8 bank holidays and 5 customary holidays (taken at Easter and Christmas) per year
• Family friendly policies
• Multiple staff support networks
Find more information about the many other benefits, including salary sacrifice schemes and campus nursery.
Additional Information
Fixed Term Contract to 28 February 2025
Should you wish to discuss the opportunity informally please contact Prof Phil Coates, Director of the Polymer IRC (p.d.coates@bradford.ac.uk). See also www.polyeng.com, and https://www.bradford.ac.uk/science-bridges-china/
You will undertake experimental studies in the solid phase orientation of polymers to enhance their physical properties, for which we have a leading track record and facilities.
The main requirements are: -
Experimental skills to undertake processing of polymers in the solid phase and characterisation of the physical properties of oriented polymer products.
Ability to analyse and present experimental results clearly.
Ability to work in teams in our laboratory, and with visiting researchers from the company.
Excellent communication and organisational skills are required, including timely reporting of experimental findings and their significance.
Full support where needed will be given to the right candidate and the opportunity to expand your skills with dedicated training, with potential to register for a higher degree.
The University of Bradford strives to be an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
In Return,We offer:
• Excellent salary package
• Generous pension scheme -USS Pension
• Annual leave starting at 25 days. Plus an additional 8 bank holidays and 5 customary holidays (taken at Easter and Christmas) per year
• Family friendly policies
• Multiple staff support networks
Find more information about the many other benefits, including salary sacrifice schemes and campus nursery.
Additional Information
Fixed Term Contract to 28 February 2025
Should you wish to discuss the opportunity informally please contact Prof Phil Coates, Director of the Polymer IRC (p.d.coates@bradford.ac.uk). See also www.polyeng.com, and https://www.bradford.ac.uk/science-bridges-china/