Research Associate in Study of Ceramic Processing and Characterisation

The Research Associates will join a large research team focusing on development of Ceramics for high temperature application, which include applications in aeroengine, defence, and nuclear applications. This project will involve close collaboration with external partners including industry and research organisations. The research will be focused on Processing and Characterisationof Ceramics, ceramic matrix composites and coatings. In addition, extensive characterisation of the materials will be carried out including microstructure, mechanical properties and residual stresses in the materials.

What you will get in return:

• Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
• Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
• Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
• Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
• Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers

As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status.  All appointments are made on merit.

Our University is positive about flexible working – you can find out more here

Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.

Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.

Any recruitment enquiries from recruitment agencies should be directed to People.Recruitment@manchester.ac.uk.

Any CV’s submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift.

Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:

Name: Ping Xiao

Email: p.xiao@manchester.ac.uk

General enquiries:

Email: People.recruitment@manchester.ac.uk

Techical support:

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This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.

Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.