Research Fellow

Research Fellow - School of Chemical Engineering - 106387 - Grade 7 Join to apply for the Research Fellow - School of Chemical Engineering - 106387 - Grade 7 role at University of Birmingham Be among the first 25 applicants Position Details School of Chemical Engineering Location: University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham UK Full time starting salary is normally in the range £36,636 to £46,049 with potential progression once in post to £48,822 Grade: 7 Full Time, Fixed Term contract up to August 2027 Closing date: 15th December 2025 Background This role will be part of the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Birmingham Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) Next Generations Therapies theme which translates new scientific discoveries into treatments and diagnostics to improve people’s health. The project focuses on inflammation and the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of its associated long‑term diseases. This role will assist primarily in helping to collect technical data and in collating the documentation that is required to apply for and deliver clinical trials on novel technologies. Role Summary Work within the BRC Next Generations Therapies Theme, interfacing with the wider BRC project Operate within area of specialism Collect data suitable for inclusion into technical portfolios for submission to governance and the MHRA Contribute to generating funding Assist in the compilation of regulatory documents Contribute to publications Main Duties Develop research objectives and proposals for own or joint research, with assistance of a mentor if required Contribute to writing bids for research funding Analyse and interpret data Apply knowledge in a way which develops new intellectual understanding Disseminate research findings for publication, research seminars etc Supervise students on research related work and provide guidance to PhD students where appropriate to the discipline Contribute to developing new models, techniques and methods Undertake management/administration arising from research Contribute to Departmental/School research‑related activities and research‑related administration Contribute to enterprise, business development and/or public engagement activities of manifest benefit to the College and the University, often under supervision of a project leader Collect research data; this may be through a variety of research methods, such as scientific experimentation, literature reviews, and research interviews Compile regulatory documents for submission to the MHRA Present research outputs, including drafting academic publications or parts thereof, for example at seminars and as posters Provide guidance, as required, to support staff and any students who may be assisting with the research Deal with problems that may affect the achievement of research objectives and deadlines Promotes equality and values diversity acting as a role model and fostering an inclusive working culture. Person Specification First degree in area of specialism and normally, a higher degree relevant to research area or equivalent qualifications High level analytical capability Ability to communicate complex information clearly Fluency in relevant models, techniques or methods and ability to contribute to developing new ones Ability to assess resource requirements and use resources effectively Understanding of and ability to contribute to broader management/administration processes Contribute to the planning and organising of the research programme and/or specific research project Co‑ordinate own work with others to avoid conflict or duplication of effort Knowledge of the protected characteristics of the Equality Act 2010, and how to actively ensure in day to day activity in own area that those with protected characteristics are treated equally and fairly Informal enquiries to Liam Grover, email: l.m.grover@bham.ac.uk Use of AI in applications: We want to understand your genuine interest in the role and for the written elements of your application to accurately reflect your own communication style. 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