Research Laboratory Specialist

About the role:

We are seeking an exceptional candidate for the role of Research Laboratory Specialist who has a passion for research and will strive to develop the Composites Suite and related labs and their research to the highest possible standard. The post-holder will contribute significantly to running, managing and expanding a world-leading suite of research laboratories focussed on the manufacture and characterisation of composite materials and the synthesis of emerging and multifunctional composites.

What you would be doing:

As Research Laboratory Specialist, you will provide expert knowledge on the use of all equipment and facilities relating to the Composites Suite, Multifunctional lab and other related labs. You will work closely with academics and technical staff to ensure the safe and effective running of these labs, as well as using your skills to develop ideas and innovative manufacturing solutions related to the research activities. Representing these world-class facilities, you will actively promote their use and achievements within the Department, across Imperial, and beyond to industry and the wider research community. This will involve directly engaging with industry consultancy projects. As the laboratory manager, you will take responsibility for management of Health and Safety which will include lab inductions, risk assessments, safe disposal of chemicals and proposals for improvements of these processes. Engaging with the work being undertaken in these laboratories, you will contribute to the research delivery and excellence.

What we are looking for:

• Master’s in an area related to polymer composites. For candidates wishing to pursue a PhD, a part-time funded PhD will be offered subject to conditions including meeting of the Department’s minimum entry requirements for doctoral study.
• Research experience in materials chemistry and composite manufacture
• Thorough understanding of safe working practice and health and safety in an engineering laboratory.
• Experience in learning the use and research applications of new equipment.
• Research experience in designing new or adapting existing equipment.
• Practical and experimental experience involving working in a laboratory, preferably in an academic research environment.
• Experience of supervising project students or technical staff.

For a full list of requirements, please see the job description.

What we can offer you:

• The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to continue science for humanity
• Benefit from sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 39 days off a year and generous pension schemes)
• Get access to a range of workplace benefits including a flexible working policy from day 1, generous family leave packages, on-site leisure facilities and a cycle-to-work scheme
• Interest-free season ticket loan schemes for travel
• Be part of a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources designed to support your personal and professional wellbeing.

Further Information:

Informal enquiries regarding the position can be made to Dr Nigel MacCarthy (n.maccarthyl@imperial.ac.uk)

Should you have any queries relating to the recruitment process please contact: Lisa Kelly: l.kelly@imperial.ac.uk

For technical issues when applying, please contact: recruitment@imperial.ac.uk

Job reference:  ENG03289

Closing date: 6^th April 2025                  

Please note that job descriptions are not exhaustive, and you may be asked to take on additional duties that align with the key responsibilities mentioned above.

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