University of Nottingham Ningbo China is seeking to recruit a Research Fellow in Chemical Engineering (OUTSOURCED) in the Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineering.
Your Responsibility
The purpose of this role will be to assist and support the Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineering in carrying out academic research which include literature searches, developing questionnaires, conducting surveys, carrying out analyses and tests and drafting of reports.
- To undertake supervised research which may include planning, preparing, setting up, conducting and recording the outcome of experiments and fieldwork in the following field:
- Green chemical;
- low-carbon energy;
- Environmental remediation and waste treatment
- To conduct literature and database searches and carry out analyses and/or tests and/or critical evaluations using specified and agreed techniques, approaches and/or models and document findings.
- To contribute to the production of research reports and publications
- To continue to develop skills in and knowledge of research methods and techniques and contribute to the development polymer processing.
- To communicate information and ideas to students and advise and assist other staff/students with in area of expertise.
- 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
Candidates must have a PhD degree in a relevant engineering discipline, preferable in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Environmental Engineering. Excellent communication and presentation skills in English and Chinese, and high analytical ability to analyse and illuminate data, interpret reports, evaluate and criticise texts, and bring new insights are necessary. Evidence of sufficient breadth or depth of research methodologies and techniques to work in the research area of chemistry and chemical engineering are also essential.
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 September 2026 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 7 August 2026. Only on-line applications will be accepted. Referees will be contacted prior to interview and interviews will take place in Ningbo China.
Please include:
• Vacancy reference number & title
• Application Form
• Cover Letter
• CV
• Publication List
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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