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    Research Fellow in Biopolymers and Coatings - London, United Kingdom - UCL Eastman Dental Institute

    UCL Eastman Dental Institute
    UCL Eastman Dental Institute London, United Kingdom

    6 days ago

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    About the role

    The position is based in UCL Mechanical Engineering at UCL. The postholder will be part of a large team and will:

  • Develop new 3D printing and/or coatings formulations based on industrial waste-derived biopolymers
  • Develop strategies to purify raw biopolymers and/or their characterization.
  • Perform image analysis, data acquisition/processing & interpretation
  • Actively initiate, partake and/or lead on public engagement activities
  • Be committed to contribute to periodical research progress reports and presentations as part of the project deliverables
  • To contribute to the wider affiliated Centres and Institutes and be involved in seminar series, public engagement, tutorials and other activities
  • Deliver publications, or other research outputs, in line with personal objectives agreed with line manager.
  • Carry out any other duties (such as teaching) as requested by the line manager.

    • About you

    This post is a part of an EPSRC sustainable manufacturing project and benefits from a direct collaborations with a teams led by Profs. Gary Lye (Biochemical Engineering), Helen Hails (Chemistry), Asterios Gavriilidis and Paola Lettieri (Chemical Engineering) at UCL.

    A strong knowledge in polymers processing, characterization and related formulations is required. The successful candidate will perform experiments on (bio)polymer structure modification through post-functionalisation, cross-linking and composite fabrication and characterization. A knowledge in 3D printing technique and liquid-repellent coatings is desirable.

    The post is initially funded for one year and three months and will be subject to standard probation and appraisal procedures.

    What we offer

    As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer some great benefits some of which are below:

  • 41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days)
  • Additional 5 days' annual leave purchase scheme
  • Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)
  • Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
  • Immigration loan
  • Relocation scheme for certain posts
  • On-Site nursery
  • On-site gym
  • Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
  • Employee assistance programme:Staff Support Service
  • Discounted medical insurance
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