The PDRA will work on an Innovate UK Smart Grant which includes two UK industrial partners, Holiferm Limited and Star Brands. The core aim of the IUK project is to develop efficient production routes for sophorolipid biosurfactants, based on a range of low cost, waste derived and alternative feedstocks. Complementing this the project also involves the production of novel molecular forms of sophorolipids, techno-economic assessment and life cycle analysis.
The University of Manchester has family friendly policies that provide for flexible working. We care about career and personal development, offering a structured induction programme for new staff, an annual performance and development review, staff training for all career stages and mentoring opportunities to support career development.
This is a full-time position, although flexible working/secondment applications will also be considered. It is based in Manchester, with UK and international travel requirements.
The School is strongly committed to promoting equality and diversity, including the Athena SWAN charter for gender equality in higher education. The School holds a Silver Award which recognises their good practice in relation to gender; including flexible working arrangements, family-friendly policies, and support to allow staff achieve a good work-life balance. We particularly welcome applications from women for this post. All appointment will be made on merit. For further information, please visit:
http://www.ceas.manchester.ac.uk/about-us/athena-swan/
Happy to talk flexible working.
Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.
Name: Dr James Winterburn
Email: james.winterburn@manchester.ac.uk
Email: hrservices@manchester.ac.uk
Email: universityofmanchester@helpmeapply.co.uk
