Research Associate in Nutrition

Job Title: Research Associate in Nutrition
Department/School: School of Biomedical Sciences
Campus: Coleraine
Salary: £32,564 per annum
Duration: Fixed-Term until 31st January 2028 / Full-Time
Closing Date: 8th June 2025
Reference Number: 035847

- ABOUT US -

We are a university with a national and international reputation for excellence, innovation and regional engagement, making a major contribution to the economic, social and cultural development of Northern Ireland.

Our core business activities are teaching and learning, widening access to education, research and innovation and technology and knowledge transfer.

- THE ROLE -
 
The recently awarded 32M EU Co-Centre for Sustainable Food Systems has an ambitious programme of work which aims to develop a robust, resilient and sustainable food system in the transition to healthy diets from sustainable sources. It encompasses a research programme from plant science to nutrition and public health across three jurisdictions – the Republic of Ireland (ROI), Northern Ireland (NI) and Great Britain (GB). The Co-Centre will foster research and innovation to accelerate radical transitions towards a more environmentally and economically sustainable and transparent agri-food sector.
 
We are seeking a passionate researcher with an interest in healthy diets from sustainable sources and previous experience using in vitro gut modelling. The role will focus on the in vitro and in vivo digestion modelling of foods and food components. The postholder will also be responsible for identifying and preparing national and international research funding bids, as well as contribute to Co-Centre education and public engagement activities.

We may create a 12-month waiting list for the same or similar roles within the Department / Faculty. The University reserves the right to extend the waiting list across the University if required for certain posts.

- ABOUT YOU -

The postholder will be required to have:

- A degree or equivalent in food/human nutrition or a related discipline in the biological sciences.
- A PhD (or near completion, i.e. thesis submitted) in nutrition, biomedical sciences or related discipline.
- Relevant postgraduate research experience in food/nutrition/health.

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The School of Biomedical Sciences holds a Bronze Athena SWAN Award in recognition of our commitment to advancing Gender equality. You can read more about what this means on our University website. The University has a range of initiatives to support a family friendly working environment, including flexible working.

The University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community, particularly from those with disabilities. Appointment will be made on merit.

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