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Swansea University is a research-led university that has been making a difference since 1920. The University community thrives on exploration and discovery and offers the right balance of excellent teaching and research, matched by an enviable quality of life.
Our stunning waterfront campuses and multicultural community make us a desirable workplace for colleagues from around the world. Our reward and benefits, and ways of working enable those who join us to have enriching careers, matched by an excellent work-life balance.
About The Role
This is a fixed-term role for 13 months working 33 hours per week (94% FTE) Research Assistant position in the project funded by German Science Foundation.
We are looking for a Postdoctoral Research Assistant who will lead and undertake a range of project activities to support the development of multivalent glycosylated microstructures against bacteria. Activities will include the synthesis of sugar derivatives, glycosylated polymers, conjugations on nanoparticle surfaces, and detailed analysis of different microstructures by a variety of characterization techniques such as DLS, NTA, SEM, TGA, etc.
The post holder will work closely with the project Principal Investigator at Swansea (Dr. Sumati Bhatia), as well as external collaborators in the field of microbiology. The post holder will analyse data, daft patents, and prepare manuscripts for peer-reviewed publications. The project aims to develop optimal glycostructures with bacteriostatic and bactericidal properties.
Applications are sought from individuals with skills and experience in the field of organic synthesis, organic and physical characterization techniques. Experience working with nanoparticles or surfaces is highly desirable.
The Research Assistant will be based in the chemistry department at the Singleton campus.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
The University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity in all its practices and activities. We aim to establish an inclusive environment and welcome diverse applications from the following protected characteristics: age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic and national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation.
We have an under-representation of women in the area of research and would particularly welcome applications from women for this position. We also have an under representation of individuals from ethnic minority backgrounds and would encourage applications from these groups. Appointments will always be made on merit.
