Microbiology Research Associate at Nottingham Trent University – Join Now!
About Nottingham Trent University
Nottingham Trent University is a renowned institution committed to providing high-quality education and engaging in cutting-edge research across various disciplines. The Medical Technologies Innovation Facility (MTIF) at the university is dedicated to fostering innovative projects and collaborations in the field of healthcare.
Job Posting: Research Associate in Microbiology
Job reference: 551195
Location: Clifton Campus
Employment type: Fixed Term Contract
Team: Medical Technologies Innovation Facility
Closing date: 12/12/2024
School / Directorate: Medical Technologies Innovation Facility
Salary / Grade: Grade F (£28,047 – £31,460 p.a. pro rata)
About the Role
As a Research Associate at MTIF, you’ll play a key role in an exciting project focused on testing antimicrobial coatings for urinary catheters to help reduce infection rates in healthcare settings. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to evaluate the efficacy of these coatings against laboratory and clinically isolated bacteria in our state-of-the-art microbiology laboratory.
Requirements and Responsibilities
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Degree in Bioscience (preferably Microbiology) or relevant experience
- Experience in antimicrobial testing, material science, or biofilm research
- Execute laboratory protocols and analyze results
- Participate in internal and external meetings
Project Objectives
- Evaluate antimicrobial efficacy against laboratory and clinical pathogens
- Optimize coatings based on efficacy data
- Test coating effectiveness in complex physiological models
If you’re passionate about microbiology and keen to contribute to impactful research, we welcome your application. This role offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with leading experts and industry partners.
For more details, please refer to the role profile.
Link to apply: APPLY ONLINE HERE
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