Research Officer/Research Assistant - Fungal Biocontrol

Location: Singleton Campus, Swansea

About The University

Swansea University is a research-led university that has been making a difference since 1920. The University community thrives on exploration and discovery and offers the right balance of excellent teaching and research, matched by an enviable quality of life.

Our stunning waterfront campuses and multicultural community make us a desirable workplace for colleagues from around the world. Our reward and benefits, and ways of working enable those who join us to have enriching careers, matched by an excellent work-life balance.

About The Role

The Natural Products BioHUB is an industry-academia interface project aimed at accelerating the development and innovation of economically viable products from living organisms. It utilizes existing research capabilities and innovative business models to streamline the journey from discovery to commercialization. This includes focusing on developing algal biotechnological application and natural product discovery. The goal is to research natural products, develop innovative processes, overcome regulatory challenges and facilitate the commercial viability of new products, driving green technology innovation and supporting global sustainability.

The successful candidate will join an existing research team with particular focus on leading R&D activities for the development of fungal biocontrol agents. The post holder will be supporting research activities on promising fungal strains to assess their efficacy against target insect pests, understanding virulence mechanisms including molecular and biochemical markers, formulation technologies and application strategies. The post holder will work closely with research technicians to conduct efficacy studies and the rest of the team in translating innovative research to commercial outputs such as new products, services, IP and spinouts.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

The University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity in all its practices and activities. We aim to establish an inclusive environment and welcome diverse applications from the following protected characteristics: age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic and national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation.

As an inclusive and welcoming workplace, we value people for their skills regardless of their background. Applications are welcome in Welsh and will not be treated less favourably than those submitted in English.

Additional Information

Applications for this role will take the format of a CV submission and cover letter.

Closing Date: 8 January 2025

Interview Date: 20 January 2025

Informal Enquiries

•  Prof Dan Eastwood d.c.eastwood@swansea.ac.uk
•  Dr Anke Heuberger a.heuberger@swansea.ac.uk

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