Overview
The University of Nottingham seeks applications for a full-time Brewing Research Fellow to join our team at the International Centre of Brewing Science (ICBS) at Sutton Bonington Campus. The role-holder will take responsibility for conducting research, developing research objectives and proposals for a specific project focused on the development of a novel sustainable brewing adjunct material. This project is sponsored by an industry partner and has set milestones and deliverables. The post is offered on a full-time (36.25 hours per week), fixed-term contract until 28 February 2027.
Responsibilities
* Conduct research and develop research objectives and proposals for a project focused on a novel sustainable brewing adjunct material.
* Disseminate research findings via conference presentations and publication in peer-reviewed journals.
* Work with laboratory and pilot-plant brewing facilities and manage project tasks to meet milestones and deliverables.
* Build relationships and collaborate with project stakeholders; demonstrate strong organisational and communication skills.
Qualifications
* PhD (or close to completion) in brewing science, malting science, yeast cell biology, fermentation, or a related discipline.
* Experience disseminating research findings via conference presentations and publications in peer-reviewed journals.
* Strong knowledge of brewing and fermentation principles and/or practice; experience with laboratory and/or pilot-plant brewing research.
* Ability to work effectively with project stakeholders; strong organisation, time management and communication skills.
Location and terms
Sutton Bonington Campus; full-time (36.25 hours per week); fixed-term until 28 February 2027.
Salary
£32,080 to £47,389 per annum, depending on skills and experience (minimum £35,608 with relevant PhD). Salary progression beyond this scale is subject to performance.
Dates
Closing Date: Monday 22 September 2025
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Reference
Reference: SCI146725X1
Enquiries
Informal enquiries may be addressed to David Cook at david.cook@nottingham.ac.uk. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.
About Nottingham and ICBS
The ICBS is in the School of Biosciences, an internationally recognised leader in its field for the provision of both research and teaching. The campus is on a 16-hectare site located in South Nottinghamshire. A purpose-built Bioenergy & Brewing Science Building was opened in 2011, housing state of the art laboratory, analytical and pilot brewing facilities supporting a research community of Postgraduate and Post-doctoral scientists and delivery of a range of specialist Brewing courses.
Equal opportunity and benefits
* We welcome applications from UK, Europe and worldwide and are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We are Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and have achieved Athena Swan Gold Award.
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