Postdoctoral Research Fellow
| Posting date: | 16 April 2026 |
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| Salary: | £34,610.00 to £39,906.00 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 30 April 2026 |
| Location: | Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | University of South Wales |
| Job type: | Contract |
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Summary
The University of South Wales is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Fellow for a full-time position in the field of Civil Engineering. The Research Fellow will be focusing on the project awarded by Switch to Net Zero Buildings PBIAA grant funded by the UKRI EPSRC, on the development of sustainable building mortar, brick, block and concrete using materials recovered from post-consumer disposable nappy waste. This role offers an exciting opportunity to collaborate with our industrial partner (NappiCycle Ltd) to ensure that research outcomes influence future developments and widespread use. The successful candidate will have the chance to engage in the development of novel research methods, extend their research portfolio and contribute to the evolution of technologies associated with cement and concrete.
In this capacity, the Research Fellow will be expected to prepare high-quality research outputs and grant proposals, including publications in leading journals and other relevant platforms. The successful candidate is expected to have a PhD (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering, Materials Engineering, or cognate discipline. Advanced knowledge in cement and concrete is highly desirable. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build networks nationally and internationally.
This is a full-time, fixed-term position initially for one year, and is based at Pontypridd Campus of the University of South Wales.
We welcome applications from UK, Europe and worldwide and aim to make your move to the UK as smoothly as possible. Your application will be considered on an equal basis, subject to the relevant permission to work in the UK as set out by UK Visas & Immigration.
For an informal conversation about this post please contact: Dr Jonathan Oti, jonathan.oti@southwales.ac.uk
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USW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All those working at the University are expected to share this commitment.
We are committed to employing a diverse workforce and creating an inclusive environment. Where colleagues can be themselves and every person is treated with dignity, fairness and respect. We actively encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and communities, especially with regards to age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, race and religion and/or belief. We benchmark our success through equality accreditations with Athena Swan, Race Equality Charter, Stonewall and Disability Confident.
If you’re a Welsh learner or a Welsh speaker, we’d be delighted to receive your application. At USW, you’ll have access to Welsh courses to enable you to develop your Welsh skills further, in order to provide a bilingual service to our students, colleagues and the public.
We welcome applications in Welsh and English. Applications in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than those made in English.
In this capacity, the Research Fellow will be expected to prepare high-quality research outputs and grant proposals, including publications in leading journals and other relevant platforms. The successful candidate is expected to have a PhD (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering, Materials Engineering, or cognate discipline. Advanced knowledge in cement and concrete is highly desirable. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build networks nationally and internationally.
This is a full-time, fixed-term position initially for one year, and is based at Pontypridd Campus of the University of South Wales.
We welcome applications from UK, Europe and worldwide and aim to make your move to the UK as smoothly as possible. Your application will be considered on an equal basis, subject to the relevant permission to work in the UK as set out by UK Visas & Immigration.
For an informal conversation about this post please contact: Dr Jonathan Oti, jonathan.oti@southwales.ac.uk
Discover the advantages of working for USW: https://tinyurl.com/WorkatUSW
USW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All those working at the University are expected to share this commitment.
We are committed to employing a diverse workforce and creating an inclusive environment. Where colleagues can be themselves and every person is treated with dignity, fairness and respect. We actively encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and communities, especially with regards to age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, race and religion and/or belief. We benchmark our success through equality accreditations with Athena Swan, Race Equality Charter, Stonewall and Disability Confident.
If you’re a Welsh learner or a Welsh speaker, we’d be delighted to receive your application. At USW, you’ll have access to Welsh courses to enable you to develop your Welsh skills further, in order to provide a bilingual service to our students, colleagues and the public.
We welcome applications in Welsh and English. Applications in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than those made in English.
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