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Welcome from the Head of School

“Our school is world-leading in all that we do, and we’ve carved out a reputation for research excellence

"We’re specialists in tackling some of the world’s biggest challenges, including climate change, energy poverty, energy storage, affordable medicine, sustainable agriculture, novel materials and green manufacturing - and we’re incredibly proud of what we do.

"I am especially proud of our staff who are working with industry leaders and political bodies to shape the world, while also supporting the education of the next generation of scientists and engineers. We strive for greatness and we’re an ambitious team, but we’re also a friendly, welcoming school with staff from all over the world. I’d strongly encourage you to join us."

Professor Joan Cordiner, Head of School


Current vacancies

Job titleJob IDClosing dateFixed term/open endedWorking pattern
Engineering Technician Workshop195223/01/2026PermanentFull Time (On site)
Research Assistant in Digital Manufacturing2095
28/01/2026
Fixed-termFull Time (Hybrid)
Research Associate in Self-Poisoning in Polymer Crystallisation209801/02/2026Fixed-term
Full Time (Hybrid)

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