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Post-Doctoral Research Associate in Bio-Foam

Licensed sponsor Lincoln Posted 1 week ago

Are you interested in being a part of a research team and multi UK companies consortium looking to replace expanded polystyrene with a more sustainable, bio-derived, bio-degradable drop-in replacement?

We are looking for an experienced researcher to take the lead in devising heat activated, hydrophobic systems to allow the rapid production of light weight, highly insulating materials. You will need to be confident working in a laboratory environment and have experience in formulation, materials production and materials testing. You will need to be able to communicate your ideas and findings clearly with the internal team and the wider industrial consortium.

We have an exciting opportunity for someone to join our Bridge research team as part of the School of Natural Sciences. at the University of Lincoln. We are ideally looking for a Post-Doctoral Research Associate, who can work independently within the field of chemical formulations and material production. As the position is only available for 9 months, we will also consider an exceptional Grade 6 Research Assistant.

If you would like further information or an informal discussion about this exciting opportunity, please contact Dr Rob McElroy, Senior Lecturer in Green and Sustainable Chemistry, at cmcelroy@lincoln.ac.uk.

When completing your application, please ensure you include details of all qualifications you hold in relation to the post.

Post-Doctoral Research Associate salary from £38,784 per annum.

Research Assistant salary from £33,002 per annum.

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