(Research) Technician in Enzymatic Plastics Degradation

Job title:

(Research) Technician in Enzymatic Plastics Degradation

Company

University College London

Job description

About usThe Chemistry Department at University College London is the oldest in England, and today is one of the best in the UK, being ranked 3rd in the UK for its world-leading research in REF2021. We are located in Bloomsbury, at the heart of London, and offer an exciting and vibrant environment in which to study in one of the UK’s top universities. The Department of Chemistry at UCL is committed to supporting excellence in both research and teaching. The department offers undergraduate BSc and MSci programmes in Chemistry and currently teaches ~750 undergraduates registered in Chemistry as well as students who select Chemistry on the Natural Sciences programme and first year Chemistry for life scientists. The department also offers a number of Postgraduate Taught Masters courses with about 80 students per year and has an overall PGR student school of about 200 students. The Chemistry Department has over 60 members of academic staff carrying out world-leading research. We specialise in the areas of organic synthesis, chemical biology, computational chemistry, nanotechnology, inorganic and materials chemistry, physical chemistry and chemical physics. The department has an annual research income of around £15 million, derived from many sources including the Research Councils (EPSRC, BBSRC, MRC, and NERC), European Commission and a wide range of charities and industrial partners in the UK, Europe and the USA. Details about our research can be found on the departmental website http://www.ucl.ac.uk/chemistryAbout the roleThe postholder will be required to assist in the development of biotechnology-based solutions to identify routes to recycle plastics. This will involve: (i) the development of enzymes to break down plastics, (ii) applications with different plastics, (iii) optimisation of the biodegradation reactions under a range of conditions, (iv) establishing selected enzyme-based routes for upcycling, (v) optimization of the systems developed for impact with the P3EB Hub. The postholder will work in a multidisciplinary environment with members of the P3EB Mission Hub so excellent team-working and communication skills will be required. The postholder will also supervise Master’s students, as well as assisting with the management of lab safety and equipment maintenance.The post is available from 11/11/2024 for up to 24 months in the first instance.The post is a UCL Grade 7 (£43,124 – £51,610) post, per annum (including London Allowance).About youThe successful candidate will have at least a Master’s degree in an area of Biocatalysis, Chemical Biology, or equivalent subject. Experience in several of the following areas: enzyme expression and screening, assay development and compound characterisation, and organic synthesis, together with a demonstrated commitment to research, and excellent skills in the lab are required. They will be required to work in a multidisciplinary, collaborative team and have effective written and verbal communication skills in English.To access a full job description and person specification please click the link below. To apply please click “Apply now”.Informal enquiries should be made to: Professor Helen Hailes (h.c.hailes@ucl.ac.uk).To apply, applicant needs to ensure they can demonstrate how they meet the job criteria and must upload a 2 page CV. Applications should be completed online http://www.ucl.ac.uk/hr/jobs/.Any questions about the application process should be directed to: hr.chem@ucl.ac.ukWhat we offerAs well as the exciting opportunities this role presents we also offer some great benefits some of which are below:

• 41 Days holiday (including 27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days)

• Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)

• Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan

• On-Site nursery

• On-site gym

• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay

• Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service

• Discounted medical insurance

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and InclusionAs London’s Global University, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent the diversity of the world’s talent. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in UCL’s workforce. These include people from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds; disabled people; LGBTQI+ people; and for our Grade 9 and 10 roles, women. Our department is working towards an Athena SWAN award. We are committed to advancing gender equality within our department.Available documents

Expected salary

£43124 – 51610 per year

Location

North West London

Job date

Sun, 10 Nov 2024 02:46:53 GMT

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