Research Associate x2 (fixed term) (CF7852R)

Do you have expertise in (bio)electrochemistry, electrochemical sensors (preferably material science) or, expertise in (bio)electrochemistry, microfluidics and microfabrication? 

We have an exciting opportunity for two Researchers to join us from December 2020 until March 2021 working on the project “Optimising Me Manufacturing Systems ” (OMMS) funded through a prestigious 30-month research grant from the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC). OMMS aims to develop a healthcare micro-factory that provides on-the-body manufacturing of therapeutics, continuously and in response to the body’s needs. 

About the roles

We are looking for Researcher 1 to focus on the development of impedance-based sensor for activated T cell detection and Researcher 2 to focus on the development of an in/on body energy harvesting system based on fuel cell technology. 

Both roles require a start date of December 2020 and will be based at the University of Bath. All the experimental work will be performed at the Department of Chemical Engineering which is well equipped with all the facility required for the electrochemical research. A nanolab facility is available for the device fabrication and a material characterisation facility is also available.

About you:

Our ideal candidate will:

have expertise in (bio)electrochemistry, electrochemical sensors (preferably material science) or, in (bio)electrochemistry, microfluidics and microfabricationhave a PhD degree in subject area of direct relevance for the project, or equivalent significant relevant experience and professional qualificationhave the ability to prepare research proposals, to conduct individual research work and to disseminate resultsbe able to demonstrate awareness of latest developments in the field of research and in research design

More about the project:

This project will develop a novel microfactory platform, which will remove the need for manufacturing T-cell immunotherapies in vitro by placing a micro-manufacturing facility on the body. This approach will shift personalised therapeutic manufacture from a centralised ‘impersonal’ manufacturing facility, to a redistributed, point-of-care ‘personal’ manufacturing where cell isolation, processing and re-administration will all occur within the system on the body. Effective process biometrology by embedding novel biosensors into the microfactory platform.

For more details about the role please contact Dr Mirella Di Lorenzo via email mdl28@bath.ac.uk. 

About the University

We believe our staff are vital in creating the University’s inclusive and innovative community. We are committed to providing a family friendly workplace and our staff have access to a number of services that promote wellbeing and improve work-life balance. 

We recognise the commitment, achievements and talents of our workforce through our offering of initiatives and benefits, including (but not limited to): 

Generous employer pension contributions39 days holiday (pro rata) (annual leave, discretionary days and bank holidays)A flexible working environmentOnsite private and NHS dentist, onsite medical centre - CampusOnsite parking

This is a fixed term position from December 2020 with an expected duration until 31/3/2021. Please note that as the duration of the fixed term period is for less than 6 months we are unfortunately not able to offer sponsorship for these positions. 

We value, promote and celebrate inclusion, challenging discrimination and putting equality, diversity and belonging at the heart of everything we do. We aim to be an inclusive university, where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students, creating a learning environment and organisational culture that enhances health and wellbeing across our community. We are very proud to have recently received Ambassadors for Autism certification and are an accredited Disability Confident Leader (level 3); committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff.

Closing Date: 17 Nov 2020
Type: Education & Research