Postdoctoral research associate Work, Jobs in Loughborough, Eng (with Salaries)

Research Associate in Sustainable Polymer Recycling
Loughborough University —Loughborough
- £35,608 - £41,064 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Doctoral degree
- Analysis skills
- University
Research Associate in Mechanical Recycling Processes
Loughborough University —Loughborough
- £35,608 - £41,064 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Doctoral degree
- University
- Travel
HEI-PET Research Associate in Tyre Emissions - Generation
Loughborough University —Loughborough
- £35,608 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Doctoral degree
- University
11d
HEI-PET Research Associate in Tyre Emissions - Transmission
Loughborough University —Loughborough
- £35,608 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Doctoral degree
- University
10d
Associate Professor in Cyber Security
University of Nottingham —Nottingham
- £59,966 - £73,686 a year
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- University
- Teaching
- Employee discount
11d
Associate Principal Scientist (In Vivo Pharmacology) - Kidney Disease/Inflammation/Metabolic Disease
Sygnature Discovery —Nottingham
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Quick apply
Subject Lead for Built Environment
University of Derby —Derby
- £59,688 - £85,802 a year
- Weekend availability
- Doctoral degree
- English
- University
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
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Associate Professor of Nuclear Engineering
University of Derby —Derby
- £58,225 - £71,566 a year
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Engineering
- University
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Professor of Carbonomics
University of Derby —Derby
- £41,700 a year
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- English
- University
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme

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Research Associate in Sustainable Polymer Recycling

Loughborough University -
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Job details

Full-time | Fixed term contract
£35,608 - £41,064 a year

Benefits

Company pension
Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

Doctoral degree
Analysis skills

Full job description

Wolfson School of Mechanical, Electrical and Manufacturing Engineering

Full Time, Fixed Term for 33 months

This role is not suitable for remote working and is office / laboratory based only. It is essential that the post holder has the ability and willingness to travel to national and international partners and undertake occasional short visits to project partners.

Join us and be part of a vibrant community at Loughborough University.

About the University

Universities are one of this country’s greatest assets. We’re educators, employers, innovators and pioneers. We shape culture and society.

At Loughborough, we strive for better, think differently, challenge convention and take action. We are passionate about finding solutions to the major problems faced by society and the planet, and we create opportunities for those with the drive, the ambition, and the determination to apply themselves in the pursuit of better.

Here’s more about the role and what we’re looking for:

We are looking for a motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate with a background in materials science, polymer science or a related discipline, ideally with experience in polymer processing and materials characterisation. You will bring strong experimental and analytical skills, a track record of research outputs, and the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary academic and industry teams.

You will be based within the Polymer Science group in the Department of Materials at Loughborough University, working closely with the SMART Centre and Sports Technology Institute. The role sits within a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment with access to advanced characterisation facilities and strong links to industry and policy partners.

This is a fixed-term post for 33 months, contributing to a major EPSRC and Defra-funded project on recycling synthetic sports turf. Candidates should have (or be near completion of) a relevant PhD, experience in polymer materials characterisation and processing, and a willingness to engage with industry partners, travel, and contribute to research delivery and dissemination.

Why should you Apply?

With huge amount of variety in the role, there is an opportunity for you to develop and continually grow.

If this sounds like the right place, team and role for you please do get in touch. We’d love to hear from you.

Informal enquiries should be directed to Dr Helen Willcock ([email protected])

For more information refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.

Application Process

For further support with your application, please refer to our application guidance, which includes some top tips to help you when completing your application.

We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process. If there are additional adjustments, you’d like to request please contact Dr Helen Willcock. We also offer reasonable adjustments on the job.

Closing Date: 5 July 2026

Interview Date: week commencing 20 July 2026

Our Benefits

At Loughborough, our benefits are designed to support your life inside and outside of work, helping you to thrive and feel valued as part of our community. Examples of our benefits include:

Time off - generous holiday allowance, including 14 university closure days and bank holidays, with the option to buy extra through our holiday purchase scheme.

Where you work - access to a range of fantastic facilities with plenty of green space across our 523-acre East Midlands campus, plus an exciting community at our London campus on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park

Financial Wellbeing - competitive pay, two excellent pension schemes, and everyday savings opportunities.

Support for you and those close to you - through our range of life event leave policies as well as access to an on-site nursery at our East Midlands campus, flexible and hybrid working options.

Health and Wellbeing - discounted gym memberships and access to world-class sporting facilities, including physiotherapy, plus healthcare offers such as eyesight testing and wellbeing support.

Travel and sustainability - access to our electric vehicle and cycle-to-work schemes, as well as a variety of travel offers to support sustainable commuting.

Discover more about the full range of rewards and benefits at Loughborough University.

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postdoctoral research associate jobs in loughborough, eng

Research Associate in Sustainable Polymer Recycling

Research Associate in Mechanical Recycling Processes

HEI-PET Research Associate in Tyre Emissions - Generation

HEI-PET Research Associate in Tyre Emissions - Transmission

Associate Professor in Cyber Security

Associate Principal Scientist (In Vivo Pharmacology) - Kidney Disease/Inflammation/Metabolic Disease

Subject Lead for Built Environment

Associate Professor of Nuclear Engineering

Professor of Carbonomics

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