Overview
Applications are invited for the position of Researcher to work under the supervision of Professor Mizi Fan on a research project funded by the European Commission, Horizon Europe CELLMEMBRANE (Development of delignified nanocellulose based gas transfer scaffold membrane for artificial lung applications). CELLMEMBRANE aims to develop the world’s first bio-based nanomaterial “nanocellulose” to manufacture an artificial lung device. The consortium will develop an initial proof of concept nanocellulose device to demonstrate gas transfer and initial hemocompatibility in blood. This project, in a consortium-based approach, combines the technologies and expertise of Smart Reactors (Ireland), NUIG (Ireland), University of Tubingen (Germany), Cellink (Sweden) and Brunel University London (UK) to address the need for a long-term lung support to be used outside of the intensive clinical setting.
Location: Brunel University London, Uxbridge Campus
Post details
* College / Directorate: College of Engineering, Design & Physical Sciences
* Department: Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering
* Full Time / Part Time: Full Time
* Salary: Grade R1 from £36,640 to £38,638 inclusive of London Weighting with potential to progress to £39,682 per annum inclusive of London Weighting through sustained exceptional contribution.
* Hours: Full-time
* Contract Type: Fixed-term
* Posted Date: 10/10/2025
* Closing Date: 14/11/2025
* Ref No: 4967
* Documents: Job Description (Word, 105.42kb)
Responsibilities
* Main duties will involve sub-project management and coordinating multiple aspects of work to meet deadlines.
* Test hypotheses and analyse scientific data from a variety of sources.
* Review and refine the work programme as appropriate.
* Collaborate in the preparation of scientific reports and journal articles, and frequently present papers and posters.
* Work autonomously and as part of a multi-disciplinary research team; liaise effectively with external collaborators and stakeholders.
* Carry out research activities in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, and support a hybrid working approach.
Qualifications
* Applicants must hold a degree in materials, chemistry, physics, civil engineering or a related subject area.
* You should ideally have expertise in developing, formulating and functionalizing materials.
* Knowledge of wood and other natural fibres, and nanocellulose production would be an advantage.
* Good communication skills and ability to travel to other partners across the European Union are required.
Desirable attributes
* Ability to organise, implement and deliver programmes of work with evidence of postdoctoral publications.
* Ability to work effectively in a laboratory environment and in a multidisciplinary team.
What we offer
We offer a generous annual leave package plus discretionary University closure days, excellent training and development opportunities as well as a great occupational pension scheme and a range of health-related support. The University is committed to a hybrid working approach.
Application process
Interviews will take place on the week following the closing date (14 November 2025) via MS Teams. For further details about the post including the Job Description and Person Specification and to apply please visit the Brunel Careers site.
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Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Brunel University London has a strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. Our aim is to promote and achieve a fully inclusive workforce to reflect our community.
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