Research Associate (MECRETE)

Salary

£31,236.00 - £42,254.00

Contractual hours

Basis

Full time

Package

Full time, Fixed Term

Date posted

08/07/2026

Job reference

A02721

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A holiday entitlement of 185 hours (25 days), increasing to 28 and 30 days after 3 and 5 years’ service respectively, plus bank holidays.

• Additional leave over the Christmas and New Year period during the Christmas closure
• Special leave to support a range of circumstances
• Hybrid working arrangements: 60 percent On Campus and 40 percent Working from home
• Flexi time scheme
• A variety of provision to support staff with personal development and recognition
• A range of family friendly benefits
• An employee benefits platform which provides discounts with 350+ retailers and access to health and wellbeing resources

eesside University is seeking a Research Associate to support delivery of the EPSRC‑funded MECRETE project, which is advancing mechano‑chemical recycling technologies to enable low‑carbon valorisation of mineral and construction wastes. The role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to high‑impact applied research with strong industrial and policy relevance.

The postholder will lead defined strands of laboratory and pilot‑scale experimental research, working closely with academic staff, a senior Research Technician and external partners. The role will involve designing and delivering experimental programmes, analysing and interpreting results, and contributing to project outputs including demonstrators, reports and publications.

Please be advised that due to the minimum salary thresholds imposed by the UKVI, this post may qualify for University sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route.

If you are shortlisted, your interview will take place via Microsoft Teams. Please note that the University may ask you to participate in a number of selection activities as part of the recruitment process for this vacancy.

Interview date -

Thursday 6th August 2026

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