Research Fellow

Job title:

Research Fellow

Company

University of Warwick

Job description

For informal enquiries, please contact Joanna Collingwood (Professor) atJ.F.Collingwood@warwick.ac.uk.This is a full time fixed-term contract finishing no later than 30th September 2027.This interdisciplinary project is based at the University of Warwick (Engineering, Chemistry), in collaboration with the lead organisation Keele University (School of Pharmacy and Bioengineering), University of Birmingham (School of Geography, Earth, and Environmental Sciences), and in partnership with Newcastle University, and the University of Texas at San Antonio.The School of Engineering is currently recruiting a Research Fellow to undertake experimental research, including advanced microscopy of metal and metal oxide nanoparticles in model systems and human tissues, for EPSRC-funded project EP/X031179/1 entitled “Probing the origin and evolution of low-oxidation state iron and copper nanoparticles in the brain” with investigators Professor Joanna Collingwood and Dr Jake Brooks (Engineering), and Professor Peter Sadler FRS and Professor Peter O’Connor (Chemistry).The aim of this project is to investigate the formation, evolution, and stabilisation of low-oxidation-state nanoparticles in the brain, considering source metal precursors of both biological and synthetic/environmental origin, and to assess how these chemically reactive nanoparticles are connected to the accumulation of protein deposits which are hallmarks of brain ageing and neurodegenerative disease.You will engage in both independent and collaborative research to investigate metals and metal oxides in biological materials, utilising routine microscopy, spectrometry and spectroscopy, as well as advanced techniques such as synchrotron x-ray spectromicroscopy and electron beam microscopy, including the use of cryo-conditions and custom sample environments.Your responsibilities will include developing protocols, preparing and characterising samples to evaluate nanoparticles in biological materials, spanning from well-defined in-vitro systems to the human brain.Within these samples you will characterise nanoparticles of synthetic and biogenic origin, employing experimental methods such as specialist microscopy and histology to uncover pathways to their formation and transformation within physiological environments.To ensure the success of this experimental research, you will support and enable outstanding collaborative efforts across multiple sites and organizations, working closely with project collaborators and partners.As a vital member of synchrotron experiment teams at both UK and international facilities, you will occasionally step into a leadership role.Your responsibilities will include managing the research environment and necessary resources, maintaining operational laboratory equipment, updating the chemical inventory, overseeing safety documentation, and supporting the training of junior lab members.Additionally, you will have the opportunity to co-supervise junior team members, playing a key role in their development and the overall progress of the project.Under the guidance of your line manager, you will address management and administrative tasks within your remit, helping the team achieve high-quality, timely research outcomes while upholding research integrity and prioritising health, safety, and wellbeing.You will be responsible for preparing and presenting regular project reports to the team, ensuring that objectives are achieved, and deadlines are met.You will actively contribute to organising and participating in project meetings, fostering productive interactions with partners and collaborators.Your role will include drafting your research findings for publication and collaborating with project partners to produce joint publications.We will consider applications for employment on a part-time or other flexible working basis, even where a position is advertised as full-time, unless there are operational or other objective reasons why it is not possible to do so.About YouWe are seeking a highly qualified individual with a minimum 2.1 honours degree in a relevant subject and a PhD (or near completion) in a relevant discipline.You will demonstrate a strong track record in research, with evidence of quality outputs in a relevant field, alongside a developing profile with the potential to publish and produce high-calibre research contributions.You will have knowledge of bioinorganic chemistry, and proven analytical capabilities pertinent to the project, such as nanoparticle characterization, analysis of synchrotron x-ray data, tissue sample handling, and histology.Exceptional communication skills are essential, with the ability to articulate ideas effectively in English, both orally and in writing.The ideal candidate will have the willingness and capacity to gain and apply additional specialist knowledge of disciplines and research methods (including experimental and computational methods) to work effectively to deliver the project.It is required that you have understanding and evidence of ability to uphold and comply with research governance and integrity matters, as applicable to the duties of the post.You may bring the following specific expertise, which while not essential, will be advantageous to the role:Experience as a synchrotron facility user (including applying for and preparing for beamtime, running experiments, analysing and publishing data), and custodianship of a relevant laboratory environment.For further information regarding the skills required for this role please see the personal specification section of the attached job description.If you are near submission or have recently submitted your PhD but have not yet had it conferred, any offers of employment will be made as Research Assistant at the top of level 5 of the . Upon receipt of evidence of the successful award of your PhD, you will be promoted to Research Fellow on the first point of level 6 of the .About the DepartmentThe post will be based at University of Warwick within the Trace Metals in Medicine Laboratory, located in the School of Engineering: one of the leading unified Engineering schools in the UK. The post includes research activity with colleagues and research facilities in Chemistry, where 100% of our research is ranked world-leading or internationally excellent [REF 2021], and the post holder will be encouraged to engage with the communities and opportunities in Engineering, Chemistry, and across the Science faculty. University of Warwick ensures access to an integrated network of world-class analytical technologies campus-wide, through our that support users from all departments. Please see link:The University aims to promote work life balance for all employees and the School of Engineering will consider a range of possible flexible working arrangements in order to recruit the best candidate.The School of Engineering is committed to the principles of the Athena SWAN Charter, which recognises work undertaken to address gender equality, representation and progression for all staff working in an academic environment. The School currently holds the Athena SWAN Silver award and the University holds an Institutional Silver award. Further information about the work of the School in relation to Athena SWAN can be found at the following link;About the UniversityBorn in the 60s with a mindset of boldness, imagination and collaboration, the University of Warwick is a world-leading research-intensive university with the highest academic and research standards. We’re one of the world’s top universities, ranked 67th in the world and 10th in the UK*, with 92% of our research assessed to be ‘world leading or internationally excellent’**.You’ll be joining a diverse, innovative and globally connected community committed to igniting real world progress. Here at Warwick, we offer you opportunities to follow your ambitions as long as you bring the energy and determination to succeed.*QS World University Rankings 2024** Research Excellence Framework 2021To find out more about us visit ourHow to ApplyCLOSING DATE: Sunday 26 January 2025 at 11.55pmTo apply, please click ‘Apply’ below and submit an application form by the closing date. Please plan for any potential delays as you will not be able to submit an application past this deadline (even if you opened the form at, say, 11.30pm).Please attach a CV and cover letter.

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Please see for guidance on writing a cover letter. We highly recommend using individual criteria as headers and giving examples below, though you are free to format the letter as you wish.Please note that ALL essential criteria must be met by candidates who are invited to interview.To streamline our hiring processes, we can only accept applications via our official website, .Interview Date: TBCStart Date: TBCWhat we OfferWe will provide you with a great range of benefits, which include an attractive pension scheme, 30 days holiday plus Christmas closure, excellent learning and development opportunities, and savings on a wide range of products and services. We offer a generous maternity/paternity/adoption/parental leave policy, and onsite childcare facilities.We recognise the importance of a healthy work/life balance and offer you access to flexible working, for more information click .We are proud to say that we are a .If you are considering relocating to the UK, read our to find out more about what Warwick has to offer and what might be involved in the process.Our Commitment to InclusionWarwick is committed to building an organisation of mutual respect and dignity, promoting a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive working and learning environment. We recognise that everyone is different in a variety of visible and non-visible ways, and that those differences are to be recognised, respected, and valued. Where possible, we go beyond legislation to provide a place where everyone can thrive, supporting all staff to achieve their full potential. We aspire to remove economic, social, and cultural barriers that may otherwise prevent people from succeeding.We therefore welcome and encourage applications from all communities regardless of culture, background, age, disability, sex/gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, religion/belief, or sexual or romantic orientation. To find out more about our social inclusion work at Warwick visit our webpages .The University currently holds a , and a . The University of Warwick is also one of the six founder institutions of the .Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS)The University of Warwick is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all those we work with.In line with the DBS Code of Practice, the successful candidates for any roles involving regulated activity, will be subject to a DBS check at the appropriate level. The University will take all necessary measures to ensure that any individual subject to a barring order does not undertake any work with the barred group specified (i.e. children and/or adults).We expect all employees, volunteers, and partners to share our commitment to safeguarding.Rehabilitation of Ex-OffendersThe University undertakes not to discriminate against anyone who makes a disclosure relating to a conviction. The information disclosed at application stage is only visible to the central DBS team (i.e. not recruiting managers) to ensure there is no bias during the shortlisting process.Job Description

Expected salary

£34866 – 45163 per year

Location

Coventry

Job date

Sun, 22 Dec 2024 04:21:38 GMT

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