Research Fellow (Sustainability and Circular Fashion)

Manchester Fashion Institute (MFI) is seeking an ambitious and experienced Research Fellow to join our dynamic and internationally recognised research team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a leading role in advancing impactful research in sustainability and circular fashion and textiles.

As a Research Fellow, you will contribute to innovative projects that address critical industry-wide challenges in sustainability, circularity, and responsible fashion practices. Working closely with senior academic leaders and external partners, you will help shape research that influences academia, industry, and policy at both national and international levels.

The successful candidate will lead the development and delivery of high-quality research activity, driving projects from concept through to dissemination. You will contribute to publications, funding applications, collaborative partnerships, and knowledge exchange activities that enhance the Institute's global reputation for research excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support cutting-edge research projects in sustainability and circular fashion and textiles.
• Develop high-quality research outputs, including journal publications and conference presentations.
• Contribute to grant and funding applications with academic and industry partners.
• Build collaborative relationships across academia, industry, and policy networks.
• Support the dissemination and impact of research findings through events, reports, and stakeholder engagement.
• Contribute to the strategic research objectives of Manchester Fashion Institute.

About You

You will be a motivated researcher with:

• A strong background in sustainability, circular economy, fashion, textiles, or related disciplines.
• Experience delivering high-quality research projects and outputs.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and project management skills.
• A collaborative approach and the ability to engage with a range of stakeholders.
• A passion for creating meaningful impact through research and innovation.

To apply: Please attach your CV and covering letter detailing how you meet the criteria.

Ideally interviews will take place on 23, 24 or 27 July?

Why Join Us?

At Manchester Fashion Institute, you will join a vibrant and forward-thinking research environment committed to driving positive change within the global fashion and textiles sector. You will have the opportunity to work alongside leading academics and industry partners while contributing to research that shapes a more sustainable future.

Apply now to become part of a team dedicated to innovation, collaboration, and real-world impact.

Manchester Metropolitan University fosters an inclusive culture of belonging that promotes equity and celebrates diversity. We value a diverse workforce for the innovation and diversity of thought it brings and welcome applications from all local and international communities, including Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQ+ individuals.      

We support a range of flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and tailored schedules, which can be discussed with your line manager. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in your role, please let us know so we can provide appropriate support.      

Our commitment to inclusivity includes mentoring programmes, accessibility resources, and professional development opportunities to empower and support underrepresented groups.      

Manchester Met is a Disability Confident Leader and, under this scheme, aims to offer an interview to disabled people who apply for the role and meet the essential criteria as listed in the attached Job Description for that vacancy.