Research Associate
Role Overview
The University of Manchester is recruiting a 36-month Research Associate in the Biological Physics Group.
The project will study interactions between biocides and microbial membranes.
The role is based in the Department of Physics and Astronomy.
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Role overview
The University of Manchester is recruiting a 36-month Research Associate in the Biological Physics Group.
The project will study interactions between biocides and microbial membranes.
The role is based in the Department of Physics and Astronomy.
Research responsibilities
- Conduct research into biocide interactions with microbial membranes.
- Apply physical and biochemical approaches, including neutron reflection and scattering.
- Conduct membrane-based antimicrobial research.
- Develop research outputs and publications under the supervision of Professor Jian R Lu.
Required experience and qualifications
- PhD in biophysics, surface science or an equivalent field.
- Experience in surface and colloidal science.
- Experience in antimicrobial research and relevant techniques.
- Proven publication record.
- Proven experience conducting membrane-based antimicrobial research.
Application materials
- Applicants should submit one file containing a CV, publication list and research statement of no more than two pages.
Benefits
- Benefits include employer pension contributions, 29 days of annual leave plus bank holidays and Christmas closure.
- Ride-to-work and electric vehicle car schemes are available.
About the department
The Department of Physics and Astronomy supports research, education, inclusion and career development in science and related disciplines.
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