The University of Manchester is leading the Future Biomanufacturing Research Hub (Future BRH, https://futurebrh.com/) with reseach Spokes at Imperial, UCL, Nottingham, IBioIC, CPI, and the UK Catalysis Hub. At the Future BRH we are developing industrial biotechnology towards efficient and sustainable bio-based manufacturing for key UK sectors: Pharmaceuticals, Chemicals, Engineering Materials and Fuels. By connecting interdisciplinary discovery science together with industry we are devloping innovative biomanufacturing solutions to help support the growing bio-economy.
We are looking for two Research Fellows to join our interdisciplinary team, where you will be supported to combine your individual talents and breadth of skills to develop innovative approaches for biomanufacturing. You will be based in the Manchester Institute of Biotechnology (MIB) which is a cross-disciplinary research centre and part of the University of Manchester (UoM).
As a Research Fellow, you will join an expert interdisciplinary Future BRH research team working on a mix of industrial biotechnology and biomanufacturing projects. These two new research posts will focus on developing and employing biocatalysts, and the scale up of biocatalytic processes, with a particular focus on the chemical and materials sectors. Research will involve collaborating with academic and industrial FutureBRH partner(s) as required.
Appointed at this senior research grade, you are expected to have a broad vision, creativity and experience to deliver an exciting research portfolio working collaboratively with our academic and industrial partners across multiple projects. Appointments at Grade 6 will be considered for promising candidates without the broader experience.
We are committed to creating a fully inclusive and flexible culture, one where everyone can realise their potential and make a positive contribution to our organisation. We believe that if we can positively diversify our staff we will be able to collaborate more effectively and create a more productive environment.
If you think you will be a good fit for this role we look forward to hearing from you!
As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.
Our University is positive about flexible working – you can find out more here
Blended working arrangements may be considered
Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.
Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:
Name: Professor Nigel Scrutton, Director of the Future BRH
Email:nigel.scrutton@manchester.ac.uk
Name: Dr Rosalind Le Feuvre, Director of Future BRH
Email: r.a.le-feuvre@manchester.ac.uk
General enquiries:
Email: People.recruitment@manchester.ac.uk
Technical support:
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This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.
Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.
