University of Nottingham Ningbo China is seeking to recruit a Research Fellow in Advanced Materials and Energy Technology (OUTSOURCED) in the Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineering.
Your Responsibility
The purpose of this role is to carry out original research on energy and environmental materials development, and carbon reduction and mitigation technologies, particularly focusing on the processing of solid wastes.
- To design, win external funding for and execute research in the fields of green treatment of solid waste/development of novel energy/environmental materials.
- To work closely with members of the research unit to achieve the set team target (e.g., funding, supervision, publications, patents).
- To develop research objectives and proposals for own and/or collaborative research area.
- To plan and conduct research using recognised approaches, methodologies and techniques within the research area.
- To analyse and illuminate data, interpret reports, evaluate and criticise texts and bring new insights to research area.
- To write up research work for publication and/or contribute to the dissemination at national/international conferences, resulting in successful research outputs.
- To build relationships with both internal and external contacts in order to exchange information, to form relationships for future collaborations and identify potential sources of funds and/or opportunities for collaboration.
- To develop and coordinate research collaborations between UNNC faculties, collaborative universities, institutes and local research partners.
- To provide support, guidance and supervision to other staff, where appropriate in own area of expertise.
- To collaborate with academic colleagues on areas of shared interest for example, course development, collaborative or joint research projects.
- To support the organizing of workshop and international conference for academic exchange.
- To plan and manage own research activity and resolve problems, if required, in meeting own/team research objectives and deadlines in collaboration with others.
- To utilise and contribute to organising research resources and facilities, laboratories and workshops as appropriate.
- To participate in training and staff development events as trainer or trainee as appropriate.
- To maintain appropriate professional development, expertise and awareness.
- To undertake other tasks and responsibilities as may reasonably be required.
About You
- PhD in Chemical Engineering or Environmental Engineering or relevant subject area;
- Demonstrated good research skills and demonstrated competency in laboratory health and safety, experience in working in a multicultural environment;
- Excellent communication and presentation skills in English;
- Good time management and attention to detail;
- Strong problem solving skills;
- Able to show personal initiative in design and conduct of projects, and work to tight deadlines;
- A team player who will help out others should the need arise.
About Us
Join a unique British University in China. The University of Nottingham Ningbo China (UNNC) was the first Sino-foreign university to open its doors in China. This award winning campus offering a UK style education has grown to establish a student body of over 9,000 in just 20 years.
The University of Nottingham Ningbo, China, a pioneer in Sino-foreign tertiary education, is rapidly expanding. It is looking for ambitious, talented academics with a passion for teaching as well as research flair to join its team of science and engineering experts. UNNC is part of the University of Nottingham’s Global University, and offers unique teaching and research opportunities in a highly dynamic economy.
Your Remuneration, Benefits and Support
You will be offered a fixed term outsourced contract initially with effect from August 2025 or as soon as thereafter. We are committed to providing competitive employment packages while supporting the wellbeing of our staff to help them reach their full potential.
How to Apply
Applicants should submit an application via our on-line application system before 23 June 2025. Only on-line applications will be accepted. Referees will be contacted prior to interview and interviews will take place in Ningbo China.
Enquiries
If you are unable to apply on-line please contact the Human Resources Office, Tel: 86 574 88180000 (Ext.8404).
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