Knowledge Exchange Fellow (nmRC) (SCI254725)

About the role
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Knowledge Exchange Fellow (KEF) within the Nanoscale and Microscale Research Centre (nmRC) at the University of Nottingham. You will develop and deliver a diverse portfolio of knowledge exchange (KE) activities, translating the nmRC’s world-leading materials characterisation expertise into engagement, collaboration and training opportunities with industrial, academic and public sector partners. 

This unique, science communication-oriented role sits within the nmRC’s commercial team, working to expand business engagement activities and create new analytical service and contract research projects. You will also lead the ‘e-nmRC’ digital engagement platform and the nationally recognised ‘Under the Microscope’ public engagement and outreach programme.

A typical day is excitingly varied. It may involve you discussing materials science projects with potential partners, supporting analytical service delivery, developing public engagement initiatives or grant applications and creating new science communication toolkits for a variety of audiences. The overarching aim is to generate impact, income growth, esteem and wider participation in materials characterisation research and innovation.
 

About the team
The nmRC is a world-leading, interdisciplinary characterisation facility dedicated to the micro- and nano-scale imaging, compositional analysis and fabrication of material systems. As a core facility at the University of Nottingham, the nmRC supports research undertaken across all our faculties and collaborates extensively with industrial and commercial organisations across the UK and beyond.
 

You will join a collaborative and supportive team of over 20 research technical professional, academic and professional services staff dedicated to advancing materials research and innovation. We actively encourage and value diversity in our team, recognising the benefit varied perspectives, backgrounds and experiences bring to interdisciplinary science.
 

Find out more about the nmRC and it's activities here:
www.nottingham.ac.uk/nmrc
www.nottingham.ac.uk/nmcs
 

About you
We are seeking a motivated and creative individual with:
•    A strong background in materials science or a related discipline.
•    Excellent communication skills, capable of translating technical concepts for diverse audiences.
•    Experience or understanding of knowledge exchange between academia, industry and the public.
•    Strong digital and organisational skills to support remote and hybrid engagement of external partners.
•    A proactive and creative approach to collaboration, innovation and stakeholder engagement.
 

What we offer
•    A friendly, diverse, and supportive working environment.
•    Hybrid working arrangements combining home and on-campus work.
•    Generous holiday entitlement of 27 (30) days (or pro rata) plus standard bank holidays and five University closure days, including closure between Christmas and New Year.
•    Reward schemes recognising excellent performance.
•    Commitment to staff development through training, support, and career progression opportunities.
• Access to a wide range of benefits including fitness and health facilities, staff discounts, and travel schemes. Learn more about our benefits.

What next
Further details are available in the role profile. To apply, please click ‘Apply Now’ to complete your details.
 

The role is offered on a full-time (36.25 hours per week) permanent basis, but applications for part-time work (minimum 29 hours per week) or job-share arrangements are welcome. Please specify your preferred hours in your application.

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Dr Matthew Piggott, Head of Commercial and KE (nmRC) at m.piggott@nottingham.ac.uk. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

Closing Date: 19 Nov 2025
Category: Research and Teaching (R&T)