The built environment is responsible for approximately 40% of carbon emissions in the industrialised world. As we move towards a carbon neutral society, the construction community needs to provide more efficient buildings. We know that early-stage decisions have the largest impact on the energy use of a building. So we need tools that work with the knowledge available at these stages, and with the people involved in the project at this point.

ZEBRA is a free, novel and simple tool for modelling the energy and carbon performance of buildings.

This short-term IAA funded role is to continue the development of our ZEBRA suite of software and to make attempts to encourage its use, with in part the idea of creating a REF impact case study. The first task will be to mesh zebra into design studio work.

For an informal discussion, please contact Prof. David Coley at dac33@bath.ac.uk. Please ensure your application is submitted via our website.

AVÊÓƵ you

Our ideal candidate will have:

• a basic understanding of building physics and buildings
• reasonable excel skills, including VBScript
• knowledge of using ZEBRA

Further information

For a full Person Specification please see the Job Description attached below.

As a member of Research Staff at the University, you will be encouraged to take up a minimum of 10 days’ professional development pro rata per year. You should use this time to spend on activities that will benefit your career development and your personal growth. Examples include: attending workshops, career development coaching, mentoring, training courses, participation in networks, attending conferences, writing fellowship or funding applications, and representing the research staff community on committees or working groups.

What we can offer you:

• a very generous employer contributory pension scheme
• generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
• we are a family-friendly University and with an increasingly agile workforce, are open to flexible working arrangements
• an excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
• a wide range of personal and professional development opportunities
• a number of support options available for new and existing staff to help with the cost of some immigration expenses which you may be eligible for: Relocation allowance, Visa Reimbursement, Interest-Free Loan.

Find out more about our benefits.

We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students, so we encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our commitment.

We are very proud to be an autism friendly university and are an accredited Disability Confident Leader; committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff.

Find out from our staff what makes the AVÊÓƵ a great place to work. Follow us and on Twitter for more information.

Closing Date: 23 Sep 2024

Department: Education & Research

Salary: £30,505 to £36,924

Promoting academic resilience: A closer look at the role of contextual, student, school-based, and civic factors, is a project funded by the ESRC with the primary objective of developing a deeper understanding of how learner-level factors such as socio-emotional skills, civic and citizenship education, and school-level factors, such as school leadership, management, and accountability processes, are related to student learning outcomes, particularly exceptional performance, in disadvantaged settings. It will achieve this aim through:

• A literature review of the findings produced by international large-scale assessments, situated within a broader developing country literature, including considerations of civic and citizenship education.
• Analysis of secondary data produced by international large-scale assessments.
• As a member of Research Staff at the AVÊÓƵ, you will be encouraged to take up a minimum of 10 days professional development pro rata per year.

The post holder will assist the PI and the research team by typically:

• Preparing, conducting, and recording the outcome of data analyses.
• Analysing data using statistical techniques (e.g., HLM, MSEM, LCA, etc.).
• Conducting literature and database searches.
• Providing support to PI and other research staff with project management (e.g., administrative tasks, organising meetings and corresponding with partners).
• Contributing to the production of research reports and publications.
• Participating regularly in group meetings and preparing and delivering presentations to the research team.
• Contributing to the planned dissemination activities (e.g., policy briefs, podcasts, conference presentations).

This role is offered on a part time (7.3 hours per week) fixed term basis with an expected end date of 13/04/2025.

AVÊÓƵ you 

• Strong Quantitative Skills: A deep understanding of statistical methods and proficiency in using statistical software like R, MPlus, and Stata.
• Interest in Civic and Citizenship Education: A genuine interest in the field of civic and citizenship education, as this aligns with the current project's focus on understanding its relationship to student learning outcomes.
• Research Experience: Previous experience in conducting research, particularly in educational settings.
• Excellent Communication Skills: The ability to effectively communicate research findings, both verbally and in writing.
• Organisation and Time Management: The candidate should be highly organised and able to manage their workload efficiently to meet project deadlines.
• Team Player: The ability to collaborate effectively with the Principal Investigator, research team, and external partners is crucial.
• Creativity and Innovation: A willingness to think critically and explore innovative research approaches.
• Attention to Detail: The candidate should pay strong attention to detail, especially when working with data and producing research outputs.

What we can offer you:

• a very generous employer contributory pension scheme
• generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
• we are a family-friendly University and with an increasingly agile workforce, are open to flexible working arrangements
• an excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
• a wide range of personal and professional development opportunities
• a number of support options available for new and existing staff to help with the cost of some immigration expenses which you may be eligible for: Relocation allowance, Visa Reimbursement, Interest-Free Loan.

Find out more about our benefits.

We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students, so we encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our commitment.

We are very proud to be an autism friendly university and are an accredited Disability Confident Leader; committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff.

Find out from our staff what makes the AVÊÓƵ a great place to work. Follow us and on Twitter for more information.

Closing Date: 26 Sep 2024

Department: Education & Research

Salary: £30,505 to £36,924 pro rata per annum

We have an exciting opportunity to work on new synthetic methodology for the synthesis of valuable amine-containing building blocks for medicinal chemistry. 

You will be working as part of a team under the supervision of Dr Alex Cresswell to develop methods for the synthesis and functionalisation of simple, readily available amine starting materials. 

We will apply these new processes to the synthesis of pharmaceutically-relevant targets and will gain fundamental understanding of the systems through mechanistic analysis.

As a Research Associate, you will help lead the research of a motivated team of chemists. 

You will gain experience of the development and application of new catalytic methods. 

You will perform both individual and collaborative research projects and work with the team to develop new ideas. 

You will write up research results for publication in scientific journals and will have the opportunity to disseminate the work through presentations at internal and external seminars and conferences.

As a member of Research Staff at the AVÊÓƵ, you will be encouraged to take up a minimum of 10 days professional development pro rata per year.

AVÊÓƵ us

The Cresswell group currently comprises 11 PhD students and a PDRA. 

We are housed in the main Chemistry building in two modern and well-equipped labs. 

Our group has full access to the analytical and technical facilities offered at Bath, including NMR spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, XRD analysis, and the EPSRC-funded Dynamic Reaction Monitoring (DReaM) facility (flow NMR).

AVÊÓƵ you

We are looking for a highly motivated individual to work within our research team. 

You must hold a Ph.D. in organic chemistry and should have practical experience in continuous flow chemistry and photoredox catalysis. 

You will be responsible for planning and performing your own research activities and will be expected to take an active role in supporting Ph.D. and undergraduate research students within the laboratory. 

You should have excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work as part of a team and discuss your work with a range of audiences. 

You should have experience of scientific writing and a breadth of background knowledge in organic synthesis and homogeneous catalysis.

What we can offer you:

• a very generous employer contributory pension scheme
• generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
• we are a family-friendly University and with an increasingly agile workforce, are open to flexible working arrangements
• an excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
• a wide range of personal and professional development opportunities
• a number of support options available for new and existing staff to help with the cost of some immigration expenses which you may be eligible for: Relocation allowance, Visa Reimbursement, Interest-Free Loan.

Find out more about our benefits.

We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students, so we encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our  commitment.

We are very proud to be an autism friendly university and are an accredited Disability Confident Leader; committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff.

Find out from our staff what makes the AVÊÓƵ a great place to work. Follow us and on Twitter for more information.

Closing Date: 26 Sep 2024

Department: Education & Research

Salary: £37,099 to £44,263

This post has arisen because of an EPSRC grant awarded to and is essential to a programme of work that aims to develop covalent macrocycle inhibitors for difficult to drug cancer proteins ().

Treatment options for many cancer patients remain limited as there are no known inhibitors for most tumour-associated proteins. 

Many of these proteins are deemed ‘undruggable’ as they lack binding pockets that can be targeted with small molecules. 

Working with members of the , you will help to address this unmet clinical need by developing ultra-large libraries of encoded covalent macrocycles for screening against cancer proteins. 

You will achieve this by using a powerful combination of techniques including solid-phase peptide synthesis, molecular encoding, robotics, chemical proteomics and structural biology.

AVÊÓƵ you

A PhD in Chemistry/Chemical biology (or a very closely related discipline) is essential, as is experience and demonstrated competence in solid phase peptide synthetic methodology or peptide drug discovery. 

You will also have experience with HPLC, LC-MS or LC-MS/MS method development and an active interest in covalent drug discovery and cancer research.

Experience with display technologies, mass spectrometry-based chemical proteomics techniques (i.e. ABPP), proteomics software or development of bioinformatic analysis pipelines is desirable.

As this post includes some laboratory management duties, you must be highly organised and have excellent communication and teamwork skills. 

Critically, you must be an independent worker and a problem solver as you will be supervising undergraduate students and training junior members of the lab.

Further information

The AVÊÓƵ ranks 6th in the Guardian University Guide 2024. 

Our campus is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is walking distance to the UNESCO world heritage city of Bath, creating an excellent environment in which to work. 

Research in the Department of Life Sciences is highly diverse, spanning drug discovery science and healthcare to evolutionary biology and biodiversity, achieving a rank of world leading or internationally competitive in the REF2021 assessment.

This is a full-time fixed-term contract for 36 months, with potential for further extension. For an informal discussion about the role please contact Dr Lovell (sdl35@bath.ac.uk), however, please submit your application via the University website.

As a member of Research Staff at the AVÊÓƵ, you will be encouraged to take up a minimum of 10 days professional development pro rata per year.

What we can offer you:

• a very generous employer contributory pension scheme
• generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
• we are a family-friendly University and with an increasingly agile workforce, are open to flexible working arrangements
• an excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
• a wide range of personal and professional development opportunities
• a number of support options available for new and existing staff to help with the cost of some immigration expenses which you may be eligible for: Relocation allowance, Visa Reimbursement, Interest-Free Loan.

Find out more about our benefits.

We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students, so we encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our  commitment.

We are very proud to be an autism friendly university and are an accredited Disability Confident Leader; committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff.

Find out from our staff what makes the AVÊÓƵ a great place to work. Follow us and on Twitter for more information.

Closing Date: 14 Oct 2024

Department: Education & Research

Salary: £37,999 to £45,163

We are a high-performing, unique and inclusive community of staff and students, committed to delivering innovative research with global impact and excellence in teaching and student experience. Working with our recently appointed Vice-Chancellor, Professor Phil Taylor, our next Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Provost will build on an outstanding track record of success, and deliver on the fantastic potential to achieve even greater things. The Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Provost will be positive and collaborative in advancing and delivering the institution’s strategic vision and will provide academic leadership to the University community, building on our firm foundations and recent successes.  

This is an outstanding opportunity for an exceptional individual to provide strategic vision and operational delivery leadership with the University Executive Board and wider University community, encouraging a high level of collective ownership of the opportunities and challenges which the University faces. They will be a compelling, credible and highly experienced advocate for the institution, delivering strategic and operational resilience whilst providing high-level support to the Vice-Chancellor. Candidates must demonstrate evidence of significant academic leadership experience in a large and complex higher education institution, an understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing the Higher Education sector, both in the UK and internationally, and a leadership style which is authentic, engaging and empathetic, underpinned by personal values of inclusivity, integrity and openness. 

For further details, including a job description, person specification and information on how to apply, please visit quoting reference 7515. 

The closing date for applications is 9am GMT on Wednesday 16th October 2024. 

Closing Date: 16 Oct 2024

Department: Education & Research

Salary: Competitive Package

Whichever group you join, your research interests may engage across the groups in the department: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Human-Computer Interaction, Visual Computing, and Mathematical Foundations of Computation. 

The AI & ML group includes experienced AI researchers such as Prof Nello Cristianini, Prof Özgür Simsek and Prof Mike Tipping alongside a strong and growing group of early career researchers. 

This supportive and inclusive environment provides many opportunities to develop and progress. 

The HCI group enjoys a rich legacy as one of the most accomplished HCI groups in the UK, with a strong technical HCI focus. 

With a track record of success spanning decades, we've consistently been at the forefront of shaping the future of how we interact with technology. 

The MathFound group is a leading centre for developing the mathematics of computer science, with a focus on lambda calculi and proof nets, denotational semantics, computer algebra and symbolic computation, and applied proof theory. 

The group is expanding and has already recruited several new members who will start during the 2024-25 academic year. 

The Visual Computing group is highly regarded internationally and very successful in research publication and grant capture. We focus on computer vision and computer graphics and cross over into machine learning, human-computer interaction and applications in entertainment and healthcare. Our research and our strong industry connections offer the group clear routes to impact.

Find out more about the Lecturer vacancies and our research groups

We are a highly collaborative, diverse and interdisciplinary team, working not only across the research groups in our department but also across the university and far beyond. 

As a department, we will offer you support and growth opportunities, including career mentoring, opportunities to progress, manage and lead, access to our network of application sector partners including entertainment, sport, healthcare, and technologies. You will offer us a strong academic record and the ability and enthusiasm to create an engaging experience for our excellent students.

What you will do as a Lecturer 

Research and impact 
You will work with colleagues, students and researchers to develop and publish papers. You will apply for research funding to support your ideas. You will find ways of making your research available to society, for example, by working with industry, developing spin outs, collaborating with charities, influencing policy makers or delivering talks and demonstrations to excite wider audiences. 

Teaching 
You will design and deliver teaching materials for lectures, tutorials, and labs. You will be educating and inspiring some of the brightest students in the country, delivering an engaging experience and a exciting curriculum. 

Helping with the running of the department 
You’ll have a few internal roles to help the Department run smoothly. You might help with student placements, ethics processes, recruitment, and admissions or lead a research team.  

The support and growth opportunities we will give you   

Training for an HEA fellowship qualification 
We will enrol you into the Pathway to HEA Fellowship, which will give you the skills and support you need for the teaching aspect of the role. The course lasts three years, after which you will become a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy.   

Mentoring 
All of our staff are allocated a mentor when they join. They will support you in your day to day job and help you progress.  

Opportunities to progress, manage and lead 
We’re a growing team and there are lots of opportunities to grow with us.  

Opportunities to collaborate and build on our networks 
We have developed strong networks across a range of sectors. You will be able to work with and build on these networks to help with your research and to attract more funding. 

 The qualifications, experience and skills that you need for this role  

You need to have:  

• a strong academic record  
• a PhD, or be about to complete one  

You are likely to have:  

• excellent published papers  
• experience in a post-doctoral researcher post   
• experience in tutoring as a PhD student  
• experience giving lectures   
• experience leading a team or managing team members  

You need to have shown the initiative and enthusiasm to:  

• be a research leader – you’re keen to lead research projects, and you may even have led some already  
• take your research further – you look for ways your research can have impact in the wider world. You might have done some public engagement work, for instance, or your research may have been taken up by another organisation  

If you would like to talk informally about the role, please contact Professor Eamonn O’Neill, maseon@bath.ac.uk, Head of Department, or Professor Özgür ÅžimÅŸek, os435@bath.ac.uk, Deputy Head of Department. 

Interviews are planned to take place on the 25, 26, 27 November and 2 and 3 December.

What we can offer you:

• a very generous employer contributory pension scheme
• generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
• we are a family-friendly University and with an increasingly agile workforce, are open to flexible working arrangements
• an excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
• a wide range of personal and professional development opportunities
• a number of support options available for new and existing staff to help with the cost of some immigration expenses which you may be eligible for: Relocation allowance, Visa Reimbursement, Interest-Free Loan.

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We consider ourselves to be an inclusive university, where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students, so we encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on our teams. 

We are very proud to be an autism friendly university and are an accredited Disability Confident Leader; committed to .

Find out from our staff what makes the AVÊÓƵ a great place to work. Follow us and on Twitter for more information.

Closing Date: 15 Oct 2024

Department: Education & Research

Salary: £46,485 to £55,295

AVÊÓƵ the role: 

This is an exciting opportunity to work within an interdisciplinary team at the AVÊÓƵ. In this role, you will support academics from multiple disciplines at the University in designing and conducting research studies that contribute towards our understanding of digital security and behaviour. This means you will have the opportunity to work with distinguished scholars throughout our academic community at Bath and develop your skills in a variety of disciplines.  

In this role, you will contribute to developing new funding bids, as well as supporting existing funded projects. You will provide  technical research support, and synthesise and disseminate outputs from relevant work as part of a wider programme of research for use by policymakers and regulators.  

There is also an expectation that you will actively contribute to the strong profile of online behaviour and cyber security research at Bath and its interdisciplinary ethos through participation in the development and publication of research in major international conferences and journals.  

AVÊÓƵ the Bath Institute for Digital Security and Behaviour: 

The Institute for Digital Security and Behaviour (IDSB) is a newly established research institute at the AVÊÓƵ. We are based in the School of Management (10E) but the research group is distributed across multiple faculties, in Psychology, Politics, Languages and International Studies (PoLIS), Computer Science and the School of Management. We have a large, shared office, exciting facilities and equipment, and a growing and friendly team of professional and research staff and PGRs. 

The IDSB aims to address global security challenges through world-leading, interdisciplinary, socio-technical research that co-creates inclusive security solutions by adopting a “whole of society” approach. We recognise the central role of human behaviour in security threats, and therefore place understanding people, groups, and organisations at the heart of digital security.  

We provide support to business and industry partners, as well as research teams, and will help make the UK a more innovative, secure, and resilient digital society, developing the next generation of experts, and advancing the UK as a global leader in digital security and behaviour. 

AVÊÓƵ you: 

The postholder must have a PhD in Computer Science / Cybersecurity, Psychology or Behavioural Science, Data Science / AI, Management Science, Computational Social Science, or related discipline.  

The ideal applicant will also be familiar with a variety of programming/scripting languages and be comfortable working with large data sets. You will also be expected to provide technical and research design support for users of the Behavioural Research Lab within the Institute. 

This role is currently offered on a full time basis, fixed term until 31st July 2027 but with potential for longer term. 

Informal enquiries can be made to any member of the Institute leadership team:  

• Professor Adam Joinson (aj266@bath.ac.uk) 
• Professor  Laura Smith (l.g.e.smith@bath.ac.uk) 
• Professor David Galbreath (dg341@bath.ac.uk) 
• Dr Olivia Brown (oab42@bath.ac.uk) 

What we can offer you:

• a very generous employer contributory pension scheme
• generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
• we are a family-friendly University and with an increasingly agile workforce, are open to flexible working arrangements
• an excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
• a wide range of personal and professional development opportunities
• a number of support options available for new and existing staff to help with the cost of some immigration expenses which you may be eligible for: Relocation allowance, Visa Reimbursement, Interest-Free Loan. .

We consider ourselves to be an inclusive university, where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students, so we encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on our teams. 

We are very proud to be an autism friendly university and are an accredited Disability Confident Leader; committed to .

Find out from our staff what makes the AVÊÓƵ a great place to work. Follow us and on Twitter for more information

Closing Date: 01 Oct 2024

Department: Education & Research

Salary: £37,999 to £45,163

We are looking for an outstanding individual or individuals to contribute to the delivery of our highly successful Advanced Programmes in Pharmacy Practice and Therapeutics (AP3T) suite of courses.

This is an excellent opportunity for a practicing health professional with existing training experience to explore work in the academic sector. 

This initially fixed-term (2 year) part-time (0.5FTE) role will require design and deliver of high-quality teaching, which is informed by significant professional expertise gained via practice, research/study and teaching experience, to postgraduate students - to include lectures, seminars, practicals, workshops, distance learning, assessment and marking and pastoral care of students, in line with Department and University policy.

Although the intended focus is envisaged to primarily be in Independent Prescribing, depending on the expertise the successful candidate brings, this post can focus on one or more of the delivery of the following as part of our Masters programmes in Advanced Clinical Pharmacy Practice and Clinical Pharmacy Practice:

• Primary or Secondary Care
• Advanced Clinical Assessment
• Advanced Clinical Pharmacy Practice (Masters level)

Therefore, we welcome eligible applicants from a range of disciplines or professions though we require applicants who are trained prescribers. 

AVÊÓƵ us

The AP3T suite of programmes - including the recently NHS England-accredited Advanced Clinical Pharmacy Practice MSc - is highly regarded and delivers high quality teaching particularly of clinical competence for pharmacists in practice. 

AVÊÓƵ you

The successful applicant will be keen to combine their expert professional practice with a desire to develop others through the application of their teaching and learning skills.

They will provide unit leadership, development, updating and delivery for pharmacy postgraduate students studying Independent Prescribing at Bath and also regionally in collaboration with the University of the West of England. Specifically, they will ensure that our learning resources and learning approach is suitable for supporting the development of non-medical prescribers in all sectoral settings.

The successful applicant will work within an experienced team to support the teaching and learning of our postgraduate students across a range of units.

This post is being offered as a part-time role and we welcome applicants who wish to maintain a clinical / alternative commitment in their non-University hours or also those who may wish to work part-time otherwise.

Additional info

For more information about the role, please contact Terri Turner (tt715@bath.ac.uk) or Emma Taylor (et236@bath.ac.uk), co-Leads for IP, or Tim Rennie, Director of Taught Postgraduate Programmes, (twr32@bath.ac.uk).

What we can offer you:

• a very generous employer contributory pension scheme
• generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
• we are a family-friendly University and with an increasingly agile workforce, are open to flexible working arrangements
• an excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
• a wide range of personal and professional development opportunities
• a number of support options available for new and existing staff to help with the cost of some immigration expenses which you may be eligible for: Relocation allowance, Visa Reimbursement, Interest-Free Loan.

Find out more about our benefits.

We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students, so we encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our  commitment.

We are very proud to be an autism friendly university and are an accredited Disability Confident Leader; committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff.

Find out from our staff what makes the AVÊÓƵ a great place to work. Follow us and on Twitter for more information.

Closing Date: 22 Sep 2024

Department: Education & Research

Salary: £46,485 to £55,295

This project aims to develop novel strategies to assess lightning risks for NGET transmission infrastructure assets considering past climatological data and adding superimposed long-term climate site-specific trend projections. Because climate change influences lightning occurrence and patterns, the project can inform the design and location of new energy infrastructure, ensuring appropriate lightning protection. The project will improve system planning, regulatory compliance, lead to reduced damage, downtime and maintenance costs.

Previous related projects focused on real-time fault management for distribution networks offering limited transmission level insights. Yet, growing evidence has it that climate change is influencing lightning, in terms of formation, severity, patterns, frequency, and distribution.

This position will involve signal processing methodology to retrieve, process and archive large data sets.

This position is offered on a full-time basis, fixed term for 1 year.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Dr Martin Fullekrug, Reader, at eesmf@bath.ac.uk or Dr Laiz Souto, Lecturer, at lsdc21@bath.ac.uk. Please ensure your application is submitted through our website.

AVÊÓƵ you

The successful applicant will have:

• A PhD in a relevant subject area
• Significant depth and breadth of specialist knowledge of lightning, climate, and energy
• Familiarity with advanced signal processing methodology to retrieve, process, and archive big data

For a full view of the Person Specification, please see the Job Description attached below.

What we can offer you:

• a very generous employer contributory pension scheme
• generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
• we are a family-friendly University and with an increasingly agile workforce, are open to flexible working arrangements
• an excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
• a wide range of personal and professional development opportunities
• a number of support options available for new and existing staff to help with the cost of some immigration expenses which you may be eligible for: Relocation allowance, Visa Reimbursement, Interest-Free Loan.

Find out more about our benefits.

We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students, so we encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our commitment.

We are very proud to be an autism friendly university and are an accredited Disability Confident Leader; committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff.

Find out from our staff what makes the AVÊÓƵ a great place to work. Follow us and on Twitter for more information.

Closing Date: 19 Sep 2024

Department: Education & Research

Salary: £37,999 to £45,163

As a Research Associate in the Coote research group at the AVÊÓƵ, you will help lead the research of an enthusiastic team of chemists, by developing methodology for the synthesis of the highly strained caged heterocycles azacubane and the diazacubanes - intriguing molecules that have never been synthesised before. The project is funded by the Leverhulme Trust, and is available for up to 3 years.

You will perform both individual and collaborative research, write up research results for publication in leading scientific journals, and will have the opportunity to present your results at internal and external seminars and conferences. 

You will also have the opportunity to supervise student projects, be involved in departmental teaching activities (if wished), and as a member of Research Staff at the AVÊÓƵ, you will be encouraged to take up a minimum of 10 days professional development pro rata per year.

More information on the group's research can be found on our website (https://susannahcoote.wordpress.com), and informal enquiries about the position are welcome - please email Dr Susannah Coote (scc98@bath.ac.uk) if you would like to discuss the role in more detail.

This is a fixed-term position, expected to end December 2027.

AVÊÓƵ you

We are looking for a highly motivated individual to work within our research team.

You must hold a Ph.D. in organic chemistry, and have practical experience of synthesis and/or catalytic methods as well as an interest in strained molecules and target synthesis.

You will be responsible for planning and performing your own research activities and will be expected to take an active role in supporting Ph.D. and undergraduate research students within the laboratory.

You should have excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work as part of a team and discuss your work with a range of audiences.

You should have experience of scientific writing and a breadth of background knowledge in organic synthesis.

What we can offer you:

• a very generous employer contributory pension scheme
• generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
• we are a family-friendly University and with an increasingly agile workforce, are open to flexible working arrangements
• an excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
• a wide range of personal and professional development opportunities
• a number of support options available for new and existing staff to help with the cost of some immigration expenses which you may be eligible for: Relocation allowance, Visa Reimbursement, Interest-Free Loan.

Find out more about our benefits.

We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students, so we encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our  commitment.

We are very proud to be an autism friendly university and are an accredited Disability Confident Leader; committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff.

Find out from our staff what makes the AVÊÓƵ a great place to work. Follow us and on Twitter for more information.

Closing Date: 24 Sep 2024

Department: Education & Research

Salary: £37,999 to £45,163

We are looking to appoint a Post-Doctoral Research Associate to work on the KETO-GENETIC research project funded by The Medical Research Council, investigating the effects of very-low carbohydrate (ketogenic) diets and ketone supplements on obesity-associated disease risk. 

The project will combine a Randomised Controlled Trial (RCT) with comprehensive phenotyping of the circulation and of peripheral tissues using state of the art omics approaches, and link these to long-term disease risk using Mendelian randomisation.

The Research Associate will join a vibrant team of other Post-Doctoral Research Associates and PhD students with complementary skills to achieve the overall project goals. You will be working in the Centre for Nutrition, Exercise and Metabolism, on the main campus at the AVÊÓƵ, in collaboration with the University of Bristol, Imperial College London, and University of Cambridge.

You will gain experience in techniques related human nutrition and metabolism, such as controlled feeding and randomised controlled trials, indirect calorimetry, blood biochemistry and peripheral tissue (e.g., adipose and skeletal muscle) handling and analyses. In addition, you will have the opportunity to learn/develop expertise in RNAseq and proteomics sample preparation and bioinformatic analysis. 

There will also be the opportunity to develop skills in undertaking genetic epidemiological analyses in collaboration with Bristol. Supervision will be provided by , , , , and , along with their research teams.

This role is offered on a full time (36.5 hours per week) fixed term basis with an expected duration of 36 months.

As a member of Research Staff at the AVÊÓƵ, you will be encouraged to take up a minimum of 10 days professional development pro rata per year

AVÊÓƵ you 

A Ph.D. in a relevant subject such as, Nutrition; Dietetics; Human Metabolism; Human Physiology is essential. Experience of conducting projects of this type would be an advantage, but is not essential as full training will be provided. 

AVÊÓƵ the Department 

The Centre for Nutrition, Exercise and Metabolism, based in the Department for Health at the AVÊÓƵ is a vibrant community providing excellent facilities and support for teaching and research. 

The Department for Health is dedicated to providing a supportive and inclusive environment for staff and students. We hold a Bronze Athena SWAN award in recognition of our ongoing commitment to gender equality and welcome applications from under-represented groups.

For further details, please contact Javier Gonzalez (J.T.Gonzalez@bath.ac.uk)

What we can offer you:

• a very generous employer contributory pension scheme
• generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
• we are a family-friendly University and with an increasingly agile workforce, are open to flexible working arrangements
• an excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
• a wide range of personal and professional development opportunities
• a number of support options available for new and existing staff to help with the cost of some immigration expenses which you may be eligible for: Relocation allowance, Visa Reimbursement, Interest-Free Loan.

Find out more about our benefits.

We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students, so we encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our commitment.

We are very proud to be an autism friendly university and are an accredited Disability Confident Leader; committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff.

Find out from our staff what makes the AVÊÓƵ a great place to work. Follow us and on Twitter for more information.

Closing Date: 22 Sep 2024

Department: Education & Research

Salary: £37,999 to £45,163

Hydraulic fluid power has several advantages, such as high power density, compactness, low weight, fast response, and good controllability. However, the current hydraulic control method involves using valves to throttle flow, reduce pressure, and control the speed and force of the load. Although this approach is simple to operate, it is highly energy inefficient, and the average power efficiency of fluid power systems is only about 21%.

This project aims to design, develop and prototype next-generation digital hydraulic technologies and control systems to significantly improve hydraulic energy efficiency, fuel consumption, and CO2 emissions to decarbonise off-road vehicles for a sustainable and greener future. In addition, there are also opportunities to conduct interdisciplinary research on highly efficient actuation mechanisms, collaborating with colleagues nationally and internationally.

You will be responsible for delivering high-quality research on the topic, including:

• Design and modelling of digital hydraulic fluid power technologies
• Prototyping, validating and evaluating digital hydraulic converters
• Digital fluid power system integration and experimental validations
• Stimulating and creating pathways to impact and disseminate the research outcomes and promote the exploitation of the new technologies

You will be responsible for planning and performing your own research activities and will be expected to take an active role in supporting PhD and undergraduate research students within the laboratory.

This position is offered on a fixed term basis with an expected end date of 1st September 2026. 

AVÊÓƵ you 

Our ideal candidate will

• Hold a PhD degree in a subject area of direct relevance for the project
• Have previous experience in one or more of the following: modelling, design, control or prototyping of fluid power components and systems
• Have excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills
• Be self-motivated and have excellent communication skills

You should have excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work as part of a team and discuss your work with a range of audiences. 

Further information

For an informal discussion please contact Dr Min Pan, Reader, at mp351@bath.ac.uk however please ensure that you submit your application through our website.

What we can offer you:

• a very generous employer contributory pension scheme
• generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
• we are a family-friendly University and with an increasingly agile workforce, are open to flexible working arrangements
• an excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
• a wide range of personal and professional development opportunities
• a number of support options available for new and existing staff to help with the cost of some immigration expenses which you may be eligible for: Relocation allowance, Visa Reimbursement, Interest-Free Loan.

Find out more about our benefits.

We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students, so we encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our commitment.

We are very proud to be an autism friendly university and are an accredited Disability Confident Leader; committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff.

Find out from our staff what makes the AVÊÓƵ a great place to work. Follow us and on Twitter for more information.

Closing Date: 27 Sep 2024

Department: Education & Research

Salary: £37,999 to £45,163

We are seeking a dynamic Senior Lecturer to strengthen our research and education endeavours within the Department of Mechanical Engineering and in the Centre for Digital, Manufacturing and Design (dMaDe). Great design must start with understanding who the design is for, holistically, and you will bring additional expertise to our team in understanding how digital tools can enhance an inclusive design approach. 

You will:

• Lead transdisciplinary research in the field of people-led digital manufacturing, at the intersection of technology, design, psychology and management.
• Embed people-led digital engineering and design aspects into our education offerings at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Collaborate with colleagues across disciplines to foster innovative learning experiences that prepare students for the challenges of modern engineering.
• Supervise and mentor research students, fostering their academic and professional growth.
• Engage with industry and community partners to enhance the relevance and impact of our research and programmes.

You will join a high-performing Faculty, filled with the ambition to make the world a better place.

This position is offered on a full-time, open-ended basis.

The selection process is scheduled as followed:

• Presentations on 22nd October
• Interviews on 29th October

AVÊÓƵ you

Our ideal candidate will know that new/current digital solutions are technically amazing - however, to create real impact and change, placing people and their needs at the centre of education and research is critical for success. 

You will be:

• Focused on how engineering intersects with social, cultural, or behavioural aspects, with attention to the application of digital technologies.
• Able to demonstrate an understanding and ability to work in a transdisciplinary manner.
• Experienced in leading or contributing to research projects with a focus on human-led engineering and the application of digital technologies.
• A generous leader and have a track record of good academic citizenship.
• Emotionally intelligent, with strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively across subject areas and engage with diverse stakeholders.

You will be a kind and culturally aware leader who fosters a supportive learning environment where every individual is valued and respected, regardless of their background or identity. You will understand that change is inevitable and necessary, actively encouraging your team to adapt and evolve. By promoting a culture of openness and inclusivity, you will build a dynamic and empowered team that can thrive in today's changing world.

Further information

The Faculty of Engineering and Design hosts four departments: Architecture & Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering. All are ranked in the top 10 in national league tables. The AVÊÓƵ was University of the Year 2023, according to The Times / Sunday Times, and has a TEF Triple Gold award. Every one of the University's departments has an Athena Swan award, and the AVÊÓƵ has an overall Silver Award. Employability statistics for our graduates are among the UK's highest.

For more information about this role or to have an informal conversation about it, please contact the Dean, Professor Tim Ibell (t.j.ibell@bath.ac.uk) or the Head of Department of Mechanical Engineering, Professor Patrick Keogh (enspsk@bath.ac.uk).

What we can offer you:

• a very generous employer contributory pension scheme
• generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
• we are a family-friendly University and with an increasingly agile workforce, are open to flexible working arrangements
• an excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
• a wide range of personal and professional development opportunities
• a number of support options available for new and existing staff to help with the cost of some immigration expenses which you may be eligible for: Relocation allowance, Visa Reimbursement, Interest-Free Loan.

Find out more about our benefits.

We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students, so we encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our commitment.

We are very proud to be an autism friendly university and are an accredited Disability Confident Leader; committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff.

If you think you may require a visa to work in the UK, you should refer to our guidance on the Skilled Worker Visa before embarking on a job application to ensure you understand the requirements for sponsorship. You may be eligible to work in the UK via other alternative visa routes such as the Global Talent Visa or by having Settlement / Indefinite Leave to Remain − please refer to our Staff Immigration webpages for further details.

We are constantly seeking to reduce the unconscious bias that enters any assessment process, with the goal of creating an inclusive and equal assessment process. To support this, personal details will be removed from application forms at the initial shortlisting stage. 

Find out from our staff what makes the AVÊÓƵ a great place to work. Follow us and on Twitter for more information.

Closing Date: 26 Sep 2024

Department: Education & Research

Salary: £56,921 to £65,814

We are seeking a Research Associate to join our exciting EPSRC funded Prosperity Partnership project that will develop new automated solutions for the manufacture of complex injectable medicines at scale. This is a multidisciplinary project (Pharmacy, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electronic & Electrical Engineering) running across the Faculties of Science and Engineering and Design.

For this post, which will be led by the Department of Electronic & Electrical Engineering, we are seeking a dynamic individual to develop, design and build intelligent robotic systems for the smart and autonomous manufacture of injectable medicines. This intelligent system will involve the use of robotics, mechatronics, machine learning, sensing and control to ensure the autonomous collection of raw materials in the right quantities, mix them as needed and validate the final product quality without material waste.

This position is offered on a full time basis, fixed term from 1st November 2024 to 31st October 2027.

Interviews are provisionally scheduled for the week commencing 30th September.

As a member of Research Staff at the AVÊÓƵ, you will be encouraged to take up a minimum of 10 days professional development pro rata per year.

AVÊÓƵ you

Our ideal candidate will:

• Be confident designing and building robotic/mechatronic systems
• Have experience in the use of sensors, robots, robotics software, robotic simulators, programming
• Have experience in the use of Machine Learning methods
• Have good analytical, practical and experimental skills
• Be able to create fast prototypes for testing and validation
• Be comfortable working with a range of robotic systems (e.g., robot hands, robot arms, mobile robots), and manufacturing techniques (e.g., machines, 3d printing, etc)
• Have an understanding of digital twins, augmented/virtual reality
• Be able to work as part of a team and individually
• Have experience writing, publishing and presenting results in top journals and conferences

You will work closely with other team members in Mechanical Engineering and the Faculty of Science.

Further information

For an informal discussion about the role please contact:

• Dr Uriel Martinez-Hernandez at umh21@bath.ac.uk
• Professor Vimal Dhokia at vd209@bath.ac.uk

What we can offer you:

• a very generous employer contributory pension scheme
• generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
• we are a family-friendly University and with an increasingly agile workforce, are open to flexible working arrangements
• an excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
• a wide range of personal and professional development opportunities
• a number of support options available for new and existing staff to help with the cost of some immigration expenses which you may be eligible for: Relocation allowance, Visa Reimbursement, Interest-Free Loan.

Find out more about our benefits.

We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students, so we encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our commitment.

We are very proud to be an autism friendly university and are an accredited Disability Confident Leader; committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff.

Find out from our staff what makes the AVÊÓƵ a great place to work. Follow us and on Twitter for more information.

Closing Date: 19 Sep 2024

Department: Education & Research

Salary: £37,999 to £45,163

AVÊÓƵ the role 

We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced research associate to join a project funded by Avon & Wiltshire Partnership Mental Health Trust entitled, “Involving people with learning disabilities in Safeguarding Enquiries: A Pilot Study”. The project team are conducting a scoping literature review and pilot data collection exploring this issue. The pilot data collection will involve interviews with people with learning disabilities and their family carers, as well as focus groups with social workers and advocates. You will be asked to contribute to activities for both tasks. 

The role is offered on a part-time (14.6 hours per week, 0.4FTE) fixed-term basis with an expected duration of 6 months. 

As a member of Research Staff at the AVÊÓƵ, you will be encouraged to take up a minimum of 10 days professional development pro rata per year.

AVÊÓƵ you

You will have a background in conducting research in the social sciences. You will know about working with people with learning disabilities and their families, including experience in adapting information/your communication to facilitate access and inclusion. You will also have an understanding of researching sensitive topics.

AVÊÓƵ the Department

The Department has an inclusive interdisciplinary vision, and applicants are encouraged to visit our website to find out more about the Department’s research and teaching and its three research centres: the Centre for Analysis of Social Policy, the Centre for Death and Society, the Centre for Development Studies. 

For informal discussions about the role please contact Dr Megan Robb on mlr40@bath.ac.uk 

What we can offer you:

• a very generous employer contributory pension scheme
• generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
• we are a family-friendly University and with an increasingly agile workforce, are open to flexible working arrangements
• an excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
• a wide range of personal and professional development opportunities
• a number of support options available for new and existing staff to help with the cost of some immigration expenses which you may be eligible for: Relocation allowance, Visa Reimbursement, Interest-Free Loan.

Find out more about our benefits.

We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students, so we encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our commitment.

We are very proud to be an autism friendly university and are an accredited Disability Confident Leader; committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff.

Find out from our staff what makes the AVÊÓƵ a great place to work. Follow us and on Twitter for more information.

Closing Date: 17 Sep 2024

Department: Education & Research

Salary: £37,999 to £45,163 pro rata per annum

We are seeking an exceptional Research Associate to work on power electronics for the electric aircraft DC network.

A central member of our team, your primary objective will be to deliver a high-power density cryogenic DCDC power electronics converter and DC circuit breaker for hydrogen-powered electric aircraft.

You will be expected to assist in the delivery of the project work packages, undertaking the research activity under the guidance of the principal investigator. You will focus on the design, control and testing of high-power cryogenic power electronics converters and DC circuit breakers.

This position is offered on a full time, fixed term basis from 1^st October 2024 with an expected duration of 18 months.

AVÊÓƵ you

Our ideal candidate will have:

• a PhD (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering or relevant areas
• prior expertise in design and testing of high-power power electronics converter, electric motor drive, or DC circuit breaker
• knowledge of electromagnetic, thermal, PCB design and mechanical design
• strong communication skills
• ability to work collaboratively with the academic and industrial partners

For more information

For informal enquires please contact Prof Xiaoze Pei by email at x.pei@bath.ac.uk or Prof Vincent Zeng at xz2478@bath.ac.uk. Please ensure your application is submitted via our website.

What we can offer you

• a very generous employer contributory pension scheme
• generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
• we are a family-friendly University and with an increasingly agile workforce, are open to flexible working arrangements
• an excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
• a wide range of personal and professional development opportunities
• a number of support options available for new and existing staff to help with the cost of some immigration expenses which you may be eligible for: Relocation allowance, Visa Reimbursement, Interest-Free Loan.

Find out more about our benefits.

We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students, so we encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our commitment.

We are very proud to be an autism friendly university and are an accredited Disability Confident Leader; committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff.

Find out from our staff what makes the AVÊÓƵ a great place to work. Follow us and on Twitter for more information.

Closing Date: 19 Sep 2024

Department: Education & Research

Salary: £37,999 to £45,163

The recently funded EPSRC Sustainable Manufacturing Hub ‘CARMA’ (Cellular Agriculture Manufacturing Hub) has the vision to transform food production, transitioning to an environmentally, economically, and socially sustainable model in which novel cellular agriculture (cell ag) manufacturing systems complement traditional food production. Cell ag will enable the manufacture of staple foods, such as meat and palm oil, without the environmental and land impacts of traditional farming and associated ethical issues. This role is one of a network of researchers across five universities, and part of a wider international network of like-minded academic institutions and companies.

You will provide subject-specific research expertise and undertake specific research for Work Package 1 in Professor Marianne Ellis’ lab. You will also carry out interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary work across the other work packages (see for an overview of work packages).

This role will focus on addressing fundamental biochemical questions concerning the scale up of tissue engineering bioreactors for cellular agriculture applications. You will work with a range of bioreactor types in Prof Ellis’ lab to elucidate fluid dynamic and thermodynamic correlations and how these effect cell culture. The role is predominantly lab based but use of in silico modelling would be desirable.

This position is offered on a full time basis for 3 years from 1^st January 2025 to 31^st December 2027.

As a member of Research Staff at the AVÊÓƵ, you will be encouraged to take up a minimum of 10 days professional development pro rata per year.

AVÊÓƵ you

Our ideal candidate will have:

• a PhD degree in bioprocessing, biochemical engineering, chemical engineering, or equivalent significant relevant experience and professional qualification
• significant depth and breadth of specialist knowledge of biochemical engineering fundamentals to contribute to research programmes and to the development of departmental research activities
• awareness of latest developments in the field of research and in research design plus potential to publish in high quality, peer reviewed journals
• ability to organise and prioritise own workload to meet required deadlines
• excellent oral, interpersonal and written communication skills
• commitment to working within professional and ethical codes of conduct
• innovation and developing creative solutions 
• tenacity – working to achieve own and team objectives and to overcome obstacles 
• commitment to safe, ethical and sustainable working practices

Further information

For an informal chat about the role, please contact Professor Marianne Ellis, Principal Investigator, at cepmje@bath.ac.uk or Dr Fiona Carter, Project Manager, at fc796@bath.ac.uk.  

What we can offer you:

• a very generous employer contributory pension scheme
• generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
• we are a family-friendly University and with an increasingly agile workforce, are open to flexible working arrangements
• an excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
• a wide range of personal and professional development opportunities
• a number of support options available for new and existing staff to help with the cost of some immigration expenses which you may be eligible for: Relocation allowance, Visa Reimbursement, Interest-Free Loan.

Find out more about our benefits.

We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students, so we encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our commitment.

We are very proud to be an autism friendly university and are an accredited Disability Confident Leader; committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff.

Find out from our staff what makes the AVÊÓƵ a great place to work. Follow us and on Twitter for more information.

Closing Date: 27 Sep 2024

Department: Education & Research

Salary: £37,999 to £45,163

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to become a core part of a team working in the field of low-loss hollow-core optical fibres. 

The project is funded by a major optical fibre producer, Sumitomo Electric Industries, who will be working as a part of the team at the University.  

Within the project there are opportunities for developing the field in numerous ways, including:

• Identifying novel/modified fibre designs with the potential to outperform current state-of-the-art
• Deepening understanding of the behaviour of new and existing fibre structures using both theory and experiment
• Further developing advanced fabrication processes to demonstrate high-performance fibres, including long fibre lengths
• Demonstrating the lowest-attenuation optical fibre ever reported

This role would suit an imaginative and dynamic researcher with a selection of the following:

• PhD or equivalent in a relevant research area
• Good working knowledge of optics and photonics
• Familiar with optical laboratory techniques
• Understanding of the value of numerical simulations, computer literate
• Enjoys achieving
• Ability to work effectively as a part of a team

AVÊÓƵ us:

The AVÊÓƵ has a long-standing track record of transformative innovation in the field of novel optical fibres. We use our bespoke optical fibre fabrication equipment alongside characterisation laboratories and different numerical and analytical tools to generate influential and important advances. The broader team of researchers in this area in the department includes researchers at all career stages with a wide range of expertise, providing a natural environment for rapid progress.

The purpose of this project is to use our existing expertise combined with the complementary knowledge of our industrial sponsor to advance new forms of optical fibre to real-world applications.

Our ambition for the project is to work as a team to generate scientific results which are of global importance, while having fun doing so!

Further information

This is a fixed-term position for up to 2 years.

As a member of Research Staff at the AVÊÓƵ, you will be encouraged to take up a minimum of 10 days professional development pro rata per year.

Please contact the PI Jonathan Knight at pysjck@bath.ac.uk for more information, in the first instance.

What we can offer you:

• a very generous employer contributory pension scheme
• generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
• we are a family-friendly University and with an increasingly agile workforce, are open to flexible working arrangements
• an excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
• a wide range of personal and professional development opportunities
• a number of support options available for new and existing staff to help with the cost of some immigration expenses which you may be eligible for: Relocation allowance, Visa Reimbursement, Interest-Free Loan.

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We consider ourselves to be an inclusive university, where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students, so we encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on our teams. 

We are very proud to be an autism friendly university and are an accredited Disability Confident Leader; committed to .

Find out from our staff what makes the AVÊÓƵ a great place to work. Follow us and on Twitter for more information.

Closing Date: 23 Sep 2024

Department: Education & Research

Salary: £37,999 to £45,163

We are seeking an exceptional Research Associate to work on superconducting power devices for net-zero aviation. You will be a central member of the team and the objective is to lead the design of superconducting power devices for electric aircraft including superconducting fault current limiters, superconducting cables, and superconducting rotating machines. 

This is an exciting opportunity in the electrification of aviation, requiring you to communicate and work collaboratively with the academic and industrial partners. You will be expected to assist in the delivery of the project work packages, undertaking the research activity under the guidance of the principal investigator.

You will focus on superconducting power devices and cryogenic cooling system for electric aircraft application.

This position is offered on a full time, fixed term basis until 1^st March 2026.

AVÊÓƵ you

Our ideal candidate will have:

• A PhD (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering or relevant areas.
• Prior expertise in design of large-scale superconducting power devices
• Skills for the finite element modelling and experimental characterization of superconducting power devices

Knowledge of cryogenic cooling system and thermal design is a plus.

Further information

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact:

• Professor Xiaoze Pei at xp290@bath.ac.uk
• Dr Vincent Zeng at xz2478@bath.ac.uk

What we can offer you:

• a very generous employer contributory pension scheme
• generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
• we are a family-friendly University and with an increasingly agile workforce, are open to flexible working arrangements
• an excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
• a wide range of personal and professional development opportunities
• a number of support options available for new and existing staff to help with the cost of some immigration expenses which you may be eligible for: Relocation allowance, Visa Reimbursement, Interest-Free Loan.

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We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students, so we encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our commitment.

We are very proud to be an autism friendly university and are an accredited Disability Confident Leader; committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff.

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Closing Date: 14 Oct 2024

Department: Education & Research

Salary: £37,999 to £45,163