Research Fellow (Sustainable Engineering Plastics) (110841-0826)
DIVERSEJOBSMATTER LIMITED · Manchester, North West
Research Fellow (Sustainable Engineering Plastics) (110841-0826) at DIVERSEJOBSMATTER LIMITED, based in Manchester, North West. This is a contract role.
- Salary
- Competitive
- Location
- Manchester, North West
- Contract
- Contract
- Posted
- 2 days ago
- Closes
- 26 Sep 2026
- Sector
- Research Scientist
Reference https://diversejobsmatter.co.uk/job/26071915/research-fellow-sustainable-enginee
About the role
Coventry, West Midlands, United Kingdom
University of Warwick
Research Fellow (Sustainable Engineering Plastics) (110841-0826)
This is a re-advertisement. Previous candidates for this role need not apply.
Location
University of Warwick Campus, Coventry
Department
WMG
Position Type
Fixed Term
Duration
Fixed-term contract for 2 years
Salary
£35,608 - £46,049 per annum
About the Role
Informal Queries
WMG's Centre for Polymers and Composites (CPC) ( ) are looking for a talented and motivated Research Fellow to contribute to pioneering research in Sustainable Engineering Plastics. The successful candidate will join the newly established EPSRC Manufacturing Research Hub in Sustainable Engineering Plastics-a £13M collaboration between the University of Warwick, the University of Manchester, and University College London.
This ambitious programme addresses the sustainability challenges of engineering plastics in the transport, electronics, and construction sectors. It investigates a wide range of solutions, including novel materials, digital technologies, reuse and repair strategies, recycling and upcycling methods, and integrated sustainability assessments. The Hub offers a highly collaborative and interdisciplinary environment, where post-doctoral researchers and PhD students work closely with industry partners across sectors and institutions to develop practical solutions that support the social, economic, and environmental sustainability of engineering plastics.
About You
We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join the newly funded EPSRC Manufacturing Research Hub in Sustainable Engineering Plastics (SEP) at the University of Warwick. Working within an interdisciplinary team, you will contribute to a major multi-year national research programme, delivered in partnership with the University of Manchester, UCL and more than 60 industrial partners. The Hub aims to transform the production, reuse and recycling of durable plastics, accelerating the transition to a circular economy for engineering plastics.
Your research will focus on developing innovative technologies for the efficient disassembly of multi-material products to enable repair, remanufacturing, reuse and high-value recycling. This will involve designing and characterising reversible joining technologies, including dynamic polymer networks, reversible adhesives and functional interlayers, alongside investigating selective trigger mechanisms - such as thermal, light, magnetic or chemical stimuli - that enable controlled debonding while maintaining structural integrity throughout service life.
The project spans both fundamental materials science and applied engineering, encompassing interface design, manufacturing compatibility, product integration and the development of scalable solutions for applications in the automotive, construction and electronics sectors. There will also be opportunities to integrate sensing technologies, digital tools and sustainability assessment methods to support intelligent disassembly and circular product design.
The successful candidate will undertake both independent and collaborative research, while contributing to the wider objectives of the SEP Hub in advancing the reuse and recycling of engineering plastics. You will play an active role in project management and reporting, publish in leading international journals, develop future research funding opportunities, and engage closely with academic and industrial partners. Working alongside researchers at the Universities of Warwick, Manchester and UCL, you will help advance cutting-edge polymer science and engineering while strengthening Warwick's national and international reputation in sustainable materials research.
For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the job description attached as a PDF below.
PhD Status
If you are near submission of your PhD, or have not yet had it conferred, any offers of employment will be made at Research Assistant level, at the highest spinal point of pay grade 5 (£34,610 per annum).
Upon receipt of evidence confirming the successful award of your PhD, you will be promoted to Research Fellow, at the lowest spinal point of grade 6 (£35,608 per annum).
About the Department
This role is based at WMG's Materials Engineering Centre at the University of Warwick, home to the Centre for Polymers and Composites (CPC). This centre drives innovation in sustainable plastics, composites, hybrid materials, and scalable technologies, supporting projects from TRL 1 through to TRL 6.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team dedicated to advancing the science and engineering of sustainable polymers. Your passion, expertise, and innovation will play a crucial role in shaping a future of more circular materials and responsible manufacturing.
The is the largest department at the University of Warwick, with over 800 staff and nearly 3,000 students across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in management, technology, and applied engineering.
We are globally recognised for our world-class research, innovative industry partnerships, and teaching excellence, and we are proud holders of the Athena SWAN Silver Award and the Institutional Silver Award.
About the University
We are a world-leading research-intensive university founded in 1965. We are ranked 74th in the world and 9th in the UK.* Additionally, 92% of our research is rated world-leading or internationally excellent.**
Find out more about us at .
* ,
How to Apply
Closing Deadline: Sunday 30th August 2026 at 11:55pm (UK Time)*
To apply, please click APPLY below and submit an application form by the closing deadline. You will be asked to include two attachments:
These should:
Please ensure your application clearly evidences the essential criteria, as the hiring panel may not be able to shortlist your application if these are not demonstrated.**
* Applications must be submitted through the warwick-careers.tal.net portal before the closing deadline. We recommend completing your application form in good time, as the advert will automatically close at the deadline.
** You are welcome to include any career breaks, such as parental leave, caring responsibilities, or long-term sickness absence. For guidance on how to format a cover letter, see .
What we Offer
We provide a comprehensive range of benefits, including:
We recognise the importance of a healthy work/life balance and offer access to flexible working arrangements.
Where possible, we offer hybrid working arran
This is a re-advertisement. Previous candidates for this role need not apply.
Location
University of Warwick Campus, Coventry
Department
WMG
Position Type
Fixed Term
Duration
Fixed-term contract for 2 years
Salary
£35,608 - £46,049 per annum
About the Role
Informal Queries
- For informal queries, please contact Professor Ton Peijs (Professor of Polymer Processes) at
WMG's Centre for Polymers and Composites (CPC) ( ) are looking for a talented and motivated Research Fellow to contribute to pioneering research in Sustainable Engineering Plastics. The successful candidate will join the newly established EPSRC Manufacturing Research Hub in Sustainable Engineering Plastics-a £13M collaboration between the University of Warwick, the University of Manchester, and University College London.
This ambitious programme addresses the sustainability challenges of engineering plastics in the transport, electronics, and construction sectors. It investigates a wide range of solutions, including novel materials, digital technologies, reuse and repair strategies, recycling and upcycling methods, and integrated sustainability assessments. The Hub offers a highly collaborative and interdisciplinary environment, where post-doctoral researchers and PhD students work closely with industry partners across sectors and institutions to develop practical solutions that support the social, economic, and environmental sustainability of engineering plastics.
About You
We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join the newly funded EPSRC Manufacturing Research Hub in Sustainable Engineering Plastics (SEP) at the University of Warwick. Working within an interdisciplinary team, you will contribute to a major multi-year national research programme, delivered in partnership with the University of Manchester, UCL and more than 60 industrial partners. The Hub aims to transform the production, reuse and recycling of durable plastics, accelerating the transition to a circular economy for engineering plastics.
Your research will focus on developing innovative technologies for the efficient disassembly of multi-material products to enable repair, remanufacturing, reuse and high-value recycling. This will involve designing and characterising reversible joining technologies, including dynamic polymer networks, reversible adhesives and functional interlayers, alongside investigating selective trigger mechanisms - such as thermal, light, magnetic or chemical stimuli - that enable controlled debonding while maintaining structural integrity throughout service life.
The project spans both fundamental materials science and applied engineering, encompassing interface design, manufacturing compatibility, product integration and the development of scalable solutions for applications in the automotive, construction and electronics sectors. There will also be opportunities to integrate sensing technologies, digital tools and sustainability assessment methods to support intelligent disassembly and circular product design.
The successful candidate will undertake both independent and collaborative research, while contributing to the wider objectives of the SEP Hub in advancing the reuse and recycling of engineering plastics. You will play an active role in project management and reporting, publish in leading international journals, develop future research funding opportunities, and engage closely with academic and industrial partners. Working alongside researchers at the Universities of Warwick, Manchester and UCL, you will help advance cutting-edge polymer science and engineering while strengthening Warwick's national and international reputation in sustainable materials research.
For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the job description attached as a PDF below.
PhD Status
If you are near submission of your PhD, or have not yet had it conferred, any offers of employment will be made at Research Assistant level, at the highest spinal point of pay grade 5 (£34,610 per annum).
Upon receipt of evidence confirming the successful award of your PhD, you will be promoted to Research Fellow, at the lowest spinal point of grade 6 (£35,608 per annum).
About the Department
This role is based at WMG's Materials Engineering Centre at the University of Warwick, home to the Centre for Polymers and Composites (CPC). This centre drives innovation in sustainable plastics, composites, hybrid materials, and scalable technologies, supporting projects from TRL 1 through to TRL 6.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team dedicated to advancing the science and engineering of sustainable polymers. Your passion, expertise, and innovation will play a crucial role in shaping a future of more circular materials and responsible manufacturing.
The is the largest department at the University of Warwick, with over 800 staff and nearly 3,000 students across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in management, technology, and applied engineering.
We are globally recognised for our world-class research, innovative industry partnerships, and teaching excellence, and we are proud holders of the Athena SWAN Silver Award and the Institutional Silver Award.
About the University
We are a world-leading research-intensive university founded in 1965. We are ranked 74th in the world and 9th in the UK.* Additionally, 92% of our research is rated world-leading or internationally excellent.**
Find out more about us at .
* ,
How to Apply
Closing Deadline: Sunday 30th August 2026 at 11:55pm (UK Time)*
To apply, please click APPLY below and submit an application form by the closing deadline. You will be asked to include two attachments:
- CV
- Cover Letter
These should:
- Outline employment and education history (including your most recent employment).
- Demonstrate how you meet the essential and desirable criteria in the Job Description using clear examples.
Please ensure your application clearly evidences the essential criteria, as the hiring panel may not be able to shortlist your application if these are not demonstrated.**
- Interview Date: To be confirmed
- Start Date: To be confirmed
* Applications must be submitted through the warwick-careers.tal.net portal before the closing deadline. We recommend completing your application form in good time, as the advert will automatically close at the deadline.
** You are welcome to include any career breaks, such as parental leave, caring responsibilities, or long-term sickness absence. For guidance on how to format a cover letter, see .
What we Offer
We provide a comprehensive range of benefits, including:
- An attractive pension scheme.
- 30 days holiday plus University Christmas closure.
- Generous parental/adoption leave policy.
- Onsite childcare facilities.
- Excellent learning and development opportunities.
We recognise the importance of a healthy work/life balance and offer access to flexible working arrangements.
Where possible, we offer hybrid working arran
Reference: https://diversejobsmatter.co.uk/job/26071915/research-fellow-sustainable-enginee · Posted 2 days ago · Closes 26 Sep 2026 · Listed via DIVERSEJOBSMATTER LIMITED
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