Research Assistant in mRNA Manufacturing Process Development

We have an exciting opportunity in the School of Chemical, Materials and Biological Engineering, University of Sheffield, for a highly motivated Research Assistant with a background in chemical engineering, (bio)process development and/or biomanufacturing. In this role, the Research Assistant will work in a thriving interdisciplinary team and support the development of a transformative, end-to-end, automated, continuous, compact, multi-product mRNA process-in-a-box: the RNAboxTM.

We are looking for a fast learner, dedicated and critical thinker individual who is eager to push the boundaries of mRNA manufacturing technology development. The ideal candidate will possess an MEng, MSc or equivalent degree in (bio)chemical engineering or a related discipline. Experimental manufacturing process development skills or similar wet-lab skills related to (bio)pharmaceutical or chemicals manufacturing, are desirable. There is a potential to extend this position into a PhD position, also subject to funding.

Benefits of the position include:

• 38 days annual leave (including closure days and Bank Holidays), with the possibility to purchase up to ten additional days. 
• Up to 5 days of paid time off to cover emergency caring responsibilities.
• A commitment to work life balance including, flexible working opportunities and hybrid working where possible.
• A highly competitive pension scheme.
• Discounts at participating shops and cinemas, and a cycle to work scheme.
• A commitment to your development, with programmes, learning modules and mentoring schemes.
• An inclusive and diverse workplace.
• A commitment to your wellbeing, with confidential emotional support, support for those going through the menopause, experiencing fertility treatment and having a baby, paid leave for IVF treatment and more.

Further information can be found at https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/jobs/benefits.

You will be based in the School of Chemical, Materials and Biological Engineering within the Kis Research Group. Our interdisciplinary school is leading scientific exploration and engineering expertise in sustainability solutions, biomedical innovation, and advanced materials. We address crucial issues such as climate change, energy poverty, affordable medicine, sustainable agriculture and green manufacturing. Our internationally renowned research is supported through funding from government and industrial sources in the UK and the rest of the globe. 

We are committed to exploring flexible working opportunities which benefit the individual and University.

We build teams of people from different heritages and lifestyles from across the world, whose talent and contributions complement each other to greatest effect. We believe diversity in all its forms delivers greater impact through research, teaching and student experience.

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