Research Assistant / Associate in Applied Materials

We are a world class research-intensive university. We deliver teaching and learning of the highest quality. We play a leading role in economic, social and cultural development of the North East of England. Attracting and retaining high-calibre people is fundamental to our continued success.

Salary
Research Assistant: £34,630 to £36,320 per annum.
Research Associate: £37,369 to £40,704 per annum.

The Role
This post will support a translational research project developing a novel electrochromic infrared coating technology into working demonstrator devices. The role holder will undertake the day-to-day laboratory activity required to optimise coating formulations, fabricate test and demonstrator devices, and generate a clear performance dataset suitable for technical and commercial review. The work will be supervised by the Principal Investigator and will connect closely with Newcastle University’s commercialisation team and external stakeholders. The role is laboratory-based and hands-on, with an emphasis on careful experimental design, reliable data capture, safe working practice, and clear communication of results.

Contact for the post: toby.hallam@newcastle.ac.uk

Duration of post: Fixed term until 30 June 2027.

As part of our commitment to career development for research colleagues, the University has developed 3 levels of Research Innovation Role Profiles.pdf. These profiles set out firstly the generic competencies and responsibilities expected of role holders at each level and, secondly, the general qualifications and experiences needed for entry at a particular level.

Find out more about the Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering here: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/sage/

Find out more about our Research Institutes here: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/research/.

To apply please upload your CV and cover letter evidencing how your skills and experience align to the criteria as described in person specification (available on the university's website, accessed by the 'Apply' button).

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