Research Associate in Sustainable Concrete Materials

Applications are invited for a post of Research Associate, tenable from 1 June 2024, to support the development of sustainable cement binder formulations. You must have, or be about to complete, a PhD qualification (or equivalent) in a relevant academic field.

The primary aim of this research project is to develop and maximise the performance and sustainability potential of a range of carbon-neutral construction products through the incorporation of novel cementitious binders and locally available waste materials with the ability to absorb CO2 while gaining high strength and durability.

Previous experience in concrete sample preparation and assessment, mechanical testing and microstructural characterisation (XRD, TGA, FTIR and SEM-EDX) and chemical synthesis and analysis is required.

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.

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Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.