Research Assistant in River Pollution

We are looking for an enthusiastic Research Assistant to join an exciting new project funded by DEFRA and UKRI to develop new sensing technology for monitoring river health. You will work as part of an interdisciplinary team (including microbiologists, engineers, environmental scientists, and AI data analysts) developing new fluorescence-based sensing technology for the assessment of river health. You will have access to a range of scientific laboratory facilities that support the development of cutting-edge technology. You will work closely with collaborators from The Rivers Trust and Chelsea Technologies and conduct extensive field-testing of the technology at existing water catchments. You will be expected to disseminate the technology and project results as part of a team. Responsibilities: Conduct extensive field-testing of the technology at existing water catchments. Disseminate technology and project results as part of a team. Demonstrate good scientific data collection and analytical skills. Conduct independent experimental research. Qualifications: Honours degree in Environmental, Chemical or Biological sciences. Practical background with good laboratory and field skills. Relevant experience of water quality sampling & analysis. Knowledge or experience of aquatic ecology is desirable. Good science communication skills. This post is based at our lively Frenchay campus where we have invested in the latest facilities and resources to give both our staff and students access to everything they need to succeed. Why UWE Bristol? We are one of the largest providers of Higher Education in the South West with 38,000 students and 4,000 staff from right across the globe. Based in Bristol, one of the UK’s most exciting and forward-thinking cities, we are regionally embedded and globally connected, with an established network of employer and academic partners. We offer a wide range of employee benefits including progressive pay rates, generous annual leave and career average pension schemes as well as retail savings, onsite nursery and opportunities for training and personal development. Add your individuality to ours UWE Bristol recognises the power of a truly diverse university community. We are proud to be part of a vibrant, multicultural city that celebrates diversity, we’re always looking for talented people from all backgrounds to join us. Our people are our strength, and diversity enhances our creativity and leads to better decision-making and problem-solving. As a Disability Confident employer, we welcome applications from those who identify as having a disability. Further information If you would like to speak to us to find out more about this role please contact Professor Darren Reynolds on 0117 328 2563 or email: darren.reynolds@uwe.ac.uk. We are hoping to hold interviews for this role week commencing 20 January 2025 at Frenchay Campus. This is a full-time fixed-term post, working 37 hours per week. This post is not available on a job share basis. To ensure fairness and equity all salary offers will be made in line with the University's salary assessment guidelines and will be based on your relevant skills and experience. The University has a legal responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK. You will therefore be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Advice to applicants We’d love to hear from you - if you are excited about joining us at UWE please complete our application form as soon as possible. Tell us about how your skills and experience relate to the requirements of this role by describing how you meet each of the essential and desirable criteria listed in the Person Specification section of the Job Description, and include specific examples wherever possible. Closing date: 12 January 2025.

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