Research Associate in Life Cycle Assessment of Polymeric Cryoprotectants

The University of Manchester - Science and Engineering - Department of Chemistry - School of Natural Sciences

Location:	Manchester
Salary:	£37,694 to £42,254 per annum depending on experience
Hours:	Full Time
Contract Type:	Fixed-Term/Contract

Job reference: SAE-030949

Salary: £37,694 - £42,254 per annum depending on experience

Faculty/Organisational Unit: Science and Engineering

Location: Oxford Road

Employment type: Fixed Term

Division/Team: Department of Chemistry

Hours Per Week: 35 hours per week (1 FTE)

Closing date: 07/04/2026

Contract Duration: Fixed term for 12 months

School/Directorate: School of Natural Sciences

Overall Purpose of the Job

The project will be focused on conducting comparative life cycle assessments of the cradle-to-grave impacts of a range of natural, biosynthetic and chemically-synthesized macromolecular cryoprotectants, extending to techno-economic analyses of the most promising candidates. The PDRA will report directly to Professor Matthew I. Gibson but also work on a daily basis with Prof Shaver and his team. A strong research and publication track record is essential with demonstrated ability to lead and finish (including publishing) projects. You must have excellent communication, presentation, interpersonal and teamworking skills.

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.

Our University is positive about flexible working – you can find out more here.

Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.

Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:

Name: Mike Shaver
Email: michael.shaver@manchester.ac.uk

General enquiries:
Email: recruitmentservices.people@manchester.ac.uk