Imperial College London

Research Associate

South Kensington Campus - Hybrid - Department of Chemical Engineering, London £50,733 - £59,484 per annum Closing Date: 2026-11-15 Full time - Fixed term

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Research Associate in biobased solvent extraction for bioproducts recovery.

Salary

£50,733 - £59,484 per annum

Working Pattern

Hybrid / Full-time

Location

South Kensington Campus - Hybrid - Department of Chemical Engineering, London

Closing Date

2026-11-15

Qualifications & Related Pathways

First degree or equivalent qualification Essential

Related degrees/fields: Chemical Engineering/Chemistry

"You will design, synthesize and test novel solvents to enhance the recovery of fermentation products via solvent extraction." — What we are looking for

PhD or equivalent qualification Essential

Related degrees/fields: Sustainable Solvents/Bioprocessing

"You will have knowledge of novel solvents and bioproduct recovery and characterisation." — What we are looking for

Experience Required

Project management Essential

"You will be responsible for project management and/or to supervise small multi-disciplinary teams." — What you would be doing

Key Skills

Experimental design Essential

"You will carry out research in experimental design, solvent selection and green solvent extractions for lipid and protein products from fermentation systems."

Analytical chemistry techniques Essential

"You will perform solvent extractions to optimise product yield and purity."

Software & Systems

HPLC/NMR Essential

"Assess product yield and purity through molecular analysis (HPLC, NMR)."

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Requisition Details

Job ID: #10078
Employer: Imperial College London
Location: South Kensington Campus - Hybrid - Department of Chemical Engineering, London
Closing Date: 2026-11-15
Contract: Full time - Fixed term
Last Verified: 2026-11-13

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