Salary range: £36,024 - £44,263 per annum
FTE: 1.0 (35 hours per week)
Term: Fixed to 31/07/2026
Closing date: 28 October 2024
As a Research Associate, under the general guidance of Department Director of Teaching and other relevant staff. You will develop research objectives and proposals, play a lead role in relation to a specific project/s or part of a broader project within CPE, conduct individual and/or collaborative research, contribute to the development of new research methods, identify sources of funding, and contribute to the securing of funds for research, including drafting grant proposals and planning for future proposals. You will write up research work for publication, individually or in collaboration with colleagues, and disseminate the results via peer reviewed journal publications and presentation at conferences. You will join external networks to share information and ideas, inform the development of research objectives and to identify potential sources of funding. You will collaborate with colleagues to ensure that research advances inform CPE teaching efforts, and you will collaborate with colleagues on the development of knowledge exchange activities by, for example, participating in initiatives which establish research links with industry and influence public policy and the professions.
You will supervise student projects, provide advice to students and contribute to teaching as required by, for example, running tutorials and supervising practical work. You will contribute in a developing capacity to department administrative and management functions and committees and engage in continuous professional development.
To be considered for the role, you will be educated to a minimum of PhD level in an appropriate discipline or have significant relevant experience in addition to a relevant degree. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Chemical and Process Engineering, particularly in biochemical processes, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. This position offers excellent opportunities for skills development in both research and teaching. By joining our dynamic research group, you will play a crucial role in advancing the field of Chemical and Process Engineering while developing your professional expertise.
Whilst not essential for the role, applications are welcomed from candidates with: relevant work experience, membership of relevant Chartered/professional bodies (including the Higher Education Academy), experience of relevant student supervision and teaching activities, and/or experience of knowledge exchange related activities.
Informal enquiries about the post can be directed to Miguel Jorge, Director of Research, at miguel.jorge@strath.ac.uk.