Knowledge Exchange Associate - Sustainability and Bioprocesses

Location: Aston University Main Campus

Contract Type: Fixed Term (30/06/2023)

Closing Date: 23.59 hours BST on Wednesday 17 August 2022

Interview Date: To be confirmed

The Energy and Bioproducts Research Institute requires a research associate to join a team working with businesses to develop solutions to greenhouse gas reduction and sustainability challenges.  

The successful candidate will provide technical and scientific expertise as part of a major bioenergy demonstration, research and knowledge transfer project. The role is required to work closely with academics and technologists in EBRI and other University departments as well as business development professionals to support new industry related business and collaborative research projects. 

You will report to EBRI’s Project Manager and work closely with thermal research teams in EBRI.  

Experience in experimental research work involving key bioenergy technologies (in particular biological processes such as Anaerobic Digestion and Lifecycle Analysis)  is required, together with a competence in general bioenergy systems. 

For further information about this position, please contact Tim Miller (EBRI Project Manager) on 0121 204 3583.

Anonymous shortlisting will be carried out for this role as part of Aston University’s commitment to equality and diversity and ensuring a fair and consistent approach to recruitment. Personal details that are included on application forms, including the candidate’s name and address will not be disclosed to the shortlisting panel. We kindly ask that candidates do not send CVs or cover letters as these will not be considered.

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Aston University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.  It promotes equality and diversity in all aspects of its work. We are committed to the principles of the Athena SWAN Charter http://www.ecu.ac.uk/equality-charter-marks/athena-swan/ , recognised by a silver award, and we are a Disability Confident Employer Level 2. We strive to have robust inclusivity strategies in place, including race and sexual orientation, to encourage colleagues to have the confidence and freedom to be themselves in the workplace. For more information, visit: https://www2.aston.ac.uk/about/inclusive-aston

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