About the role:
We are looking for a professional research assistant/technician to support our development of the next-generation electrochemical technologies for direct ocean capture of CO2.
Developing methods for CO2 removal is important to promote global environment sustainability. Electrochemical decarbonisation is a promising and eco-friendly way that can reduce CO2 emissions and help tackle climate change. This process can be achieved using an electrochemical system. The successful candidate would be expected to work with the Research Associate in Electrochemistry in the team and provide technical support for developing electrochemical devices for CO2 capture. Daily technical duties will include: (i) building up a flow cell for CO2 capture, (ii) testing their reproducibility to remove CO2, (iii) manage the computational/operational system for CO2 capture devices. The successful candidate would also be expected to work alongside the Principal Investigator (Dr Zhen Xu) to make sure the smooth and uninterrupted operation of CO2 capture measurements in the lab.
The position is funded by the Leverhulme Trust and is available from February 2026 for a period of 12 months, with the possibility to extend after 12 months.
What will you get in return:
* Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
* Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
* Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
* Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
* Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers
As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.
Our University is positive about flexible working – hybrid working arrangements may be considered.
Please be aware that due to the number of applications we are unfortunately not able to provide individual feedback on your application.
Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.
Any recruitment enquiries from recruitment agencies should be directed to People.Recruitment@manchester.ac.uk
Any CV’s submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift.
Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:
Name: Dr Zhen Xu
Email: zhen.xu@manchester.ac.uk
General enquiries:
Email: People.recruitment@manchester.ac.uk
Technical support:
https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home
This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.
Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.