Research Fellow Role At De Montfort University UK
De Montfort University UK is offering an exciting Research Fellow in Textile Biotechnology opportunity for life science researchers passionate about sustainability and circular innovation. This UK research job allows you to contribute to cutting-edge biotechnology solutions that transform textile waste into valuable resources, making it an ideal role for professionals and jobs for life science students seeking impactful research careers.
About the Company
De Montfort University is a globally recognized UK institution known for applied research, innovation, and industry collaboration. With strong commitments to sustainability and interdisciplinary research, De Montfort University offers excellent Jobs in UK for researchers and outstanding jobs for life science students seeking impactful academic careers.
Job Details
- Job Title: Research Fellow in Textile Biotechnology
- Requisition ID: 343
- Location: Gateway House
- Employment Type: Full-time (37 hours/week)
- Contract: Fixed-term (2 years)
- Salary: £39,906 – £43,482 per annum
- Application Deadline: 08 January 2026
About the Role
De Montfort University is seeking an experienced Research Fellow in Textile Biotechnology to join the Textile Engineering and Materials (TEAM) Research Group within the School of Design Innovation. TEAM focuses on developing innovative and environmentally friendly textile technologies to support sustainable and circular textile systems.
This role is funded by the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) and will focus on developing biotechnology-based methods to recover valuable fibres and dyes from waste wool and wool-blended textiles for recycling and reuse.
Key Responsibilities at De Montfort University UK
- Develop and scale a pilot-level enzymatic process for recovering fibres and dyes from waste wool-based textiles
- Support the remanufacturing and reuse of recovered materials to advance textile circularity
- Apply knowledge of textile materials, wet-processing, and chemical engineering
- Conduct analysis, evaluation, and reporting of research outcomes
- Contribute to collaborative research activities and shared project tasks
- Produce high-quality technical reports and presentations
Essential Criteria
- Postgraduate-level research experience in Biological Sciences, or a related field
- Strong knowledge of textile materials and wet-processing techniques
- Experience with chemical engineering principles and analytical methods
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary research team
Desirable Criteria
- PhD in a relevant discipline
- Knowledge of enzymes and enzymatic catalysis
- Experience with pilot-scale or applied research systems
Additional Information About De Montfort University UK
This position is a 2-year fixed-term contract. Based on outcomes from previous projects, this role will help establish scalable circular textile technologies.
