Post Doctoral Research Assistant

On the 1 August 2026, the University of Greenwich and the University of Kent will form a pioneering new multi-university group called London and South-East (LASE) University Group. Should you join us, you will be employed by LASE but will work as part of the University of Greenwich academic division, contributing to its distinct strengths, community and identity while also being part of a wider group that brings together the scale, resilience and shared ambition of both universities.

Through LASE we aim to deliver outstanding education, impactful research, and meaningful regional and global impact.

The University of Greenwich is looking to appoint a Post Doctoral Research Assistant to conduct research and development activities concerning various solid waste-based feedstock and convert those into chemical/construction products using CO2mineralisation approach. Manufacturing of new ‘product(s)’ and their life cycle analysis (LCA) and techno economic analysis (TEA) will also be undertaken in this role.

The primary purpose of this role is to undertake a leading role in the research programme involving (1) waste screening, characterisation, (2) valorisation using CO2mineralisation, and (3) product(s) characterisation including LCA and TEA.

The successful candidate needs to understand the risks associated with waste material handling and testing, and demonstrate an advanced knowledge of physical and chemical characterisation/testing of products. Data collection, interpretation and professional report writing skills are required.

We are looking for people who can help us deliver our mission of transforming lives through inspired teaching and research, through our values.

We do this through taking positive action such as encouraging applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, care leavers, disabled and LGBT+ people. As part of our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, Time to Change Employer Pledge, Mentally Healthy Universities, we are committed to promoting and supporting the physical and mental health of all our staff, and removing barriers to improve inclusion.

We encourage applicants to disclose experience of mental health problems so we can support them fully during our recruitment process and make any necessary reasonable adjustments. Any information disclosed will be kept confidential and separate from the job application form.

We are making significant strides to understand and continuously improve our employees’ experience and we are committed to implementing progressive diversity talent management.

£32,080 to £37,694 per annum