University of Leicester
Research Associate in Analytical Sciences
Research Associate in Analytical Sciences at University of Leicester, based in Leicester, East Midlands, paying £40,704 - £46,970 per annum. This is a part-time role.
- Pay
- £40,704 - £46,970 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Part-time · On site
- Location
- Leicester, East Midlands
- Closing date
- Sector
- Research Scientist
6% below the typical rate for research scientist
Reference https://jobs.le.ac.uk/vacancies/14030/research-associate-in-analytical-sciences.
About the role
- Function: - Teaching and Research
- Location: - Leicester
- Salary details: - Grade 7 - £40,704 to £46,970 per annum, pro-rata if part-time
- About the role - We are looking for a talented and motivated Research Associate in Analytical Sciences to join the Centre for Environmental Health and Sustainability. You will undertake research focused on developing and applying analytical methods to investigate persistent organic chemicals and their metabolites in biological samples. Your work will contribute to understanding human exposure to different chemicals, associated early biological effects and their potential implications for health. You will take responsibility for elements of the research, including experimental design, data collection, evaluation and interpretation, and will work autonomously to achieve agreed project milestones.
Working collaboratively with colleagues and external partners, you will contribute to the development of innovative analytical approaches and techniques and help disseminate research through journal articles, technical outputs and national and international conferences. You will have opportunities to contribute to future research bids and grants, develop multidisciplinary collaborations and extend your own area of research. You will also provide guidance to research staff and students, contribute to industry collaborations and knowledge exchange, and build networks that support the wider research programme.
Reference: https://jobs.le.ac.uk/vacancies/14030/research-associate-in-analytical-sciences. · Posted 1 week ago · Closes 10 Dec 2026 · Listed via University of Leicester
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