Research Associate in Circular Economy of Small Medical Devices

Job title:

Research Associate in Circular Economy of Small Medical Devices

Company

Nottingham Trent University

Job description

Empower Future Leaders.Doing things differently.Research Associate in Circular Economy of Small Medical Devices£14.53 – £16.30 per hourZero hour contract/Fixed term until 30th August 2025About the RoleThe Research Associate will work as part of the wider research programme to develop a whole system circular approach to design, use and end-of-life management of small medical devices (SMD). This includes life cycle sustainability assessment (including environmental, economic and social considerations) to support ‘design for circular economy’ improvements as well as for the selection of the most appropriate reprocessing options (remanufacturing and reuse or material recycling) for various SMD.The role will primarily involve developing business models that quantify and optimize the manufacture, procurement, use and re-use of small medical devices in the circular supply chains and business settings, considering operational and behavioural aspects. This will involve using operational research techniques such as simulation and/or hybrid simulation (discrete-event simulation, agent-based and system dynamics), to be combined with economic evaluation data to assess the feasibility and viability of circular product lifecycles. Models of 4 reference SMD products will be developed with the view to adapting and innovating the current practice in the use, manufacture and disposal of small MDs, using a data-driven approach. Factors such as costs, outcomes, CO2 emissions will be used to evaluate the four case products for different circular design options, including reuse, remanufacturing and recycling.The successful candidate will be based at Nottingham Business School and be a vital member of a wider research team of academics and research associates, based at Loughborough University, Nottingham Trent University and the University of Leeds. The role involves a mix of independent and collaborative research activities, working alongside other members of the research team and industrial partners, consisting of healthcare organisations and NHS Trusts at the appropriate time.For more details, please take a look at the role profile. We’ll still consider applications even if you don’t meet every single one of the requirements, so don’t be put off if you don’t match them perfectly.Interview date: TBCAbout UsNottingham Business School’s (NBS) purpose is to provide research and education that combines academic excellence with positive impact on people, business and society.In Education NBS is a world leader in experiential learning and personalisation and in Research is committed to excellence which combines academic rigour with beneficial impact on social, economic and societal welfare, as well as informing the design and delivery of all its degree, masters and doctoral programmes. NBS has an unrivalled level of engagement with business, public and voluntary organisations and thus is known as the business school for business. For more information onAt NTU, we do things differently. Join one of Europe’s leading and largest business schools to help drive forward inclusive research and make a real difference to people’s lives.For any informal queries about the role or the team, please contact Professor Antuela Tako (Professor of Operations Research) atJoin Us

• Flexibility – take ownership over how you get your work done. We’re open to different working patterns and approaches.
• Salary Sacrifice Retirement Savings Plan with life assurance and income protection. Available to colleagues who choose to opt out of the contractual pension scheme. Minimum colleague contributions of 0% matched with minimum NTU contributions of 8%.
• Access to a wealth of formal and informal professional development opportunities to develop your skills and advance your career.
• Range of health and wellbeing services, voluntary benefits, discounts, and savings for all colleagues. Find out more about the range of benefits we offer at
• And a whole lot more…

Come and be part of our success. Apply today.Safe and InclusiveAt NTU, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our students and colleagues. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring and we encourage people from underrepresented communities and backgrounds to apply to join our team.Please note that unfortunately, this role has been assessed as ineligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration points-based immigration system, upcoming immigration rules (4th April 2024) changes may impact on eligibility for sponsorship, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position.Visit for more information. However, applications are welcome from candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK, but who would be eligible to obtain a valid visa via another route. Please consult the for further information.Please note that this role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and successful applicants will be asked to declare any unspent criminal convictions.

Expected salary

£14.53 – 16.3 per hour

Location

Nottingham

Job date

Sun, 26 Jan 2025 08:43:00 GMT

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