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Research Associate in Indoor Air Quality

Join a collaborative team to enhance indoor air quality research.

Best for:Best for researchers with a background in atmospheric science and experience in air quality measurement.

The University of Manchester · Northern England, United Kingdom · R2 · Recognised researcher
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indoor air qualityatmospheric sciencesustainable materialsenvironmental sustainability
This is a research staff position — not a PhD studentship.
Deadline
Oct 25, 2026
11 days
Funding
Salaried
£37.7k–£46.0k/yr
Start date
flexible
Full-time
Location
Northern England
United Kingdom

Overview

The University of Manchester is seeking a Research Associate to focus on indoor air quality within retrofit environments. This role is part of the Retrofit Advanced Materials & Manufacturing Innovation Centre (RAMMIC), which aims to foster innovation in sustainable building practices. The successful candidate will design and conduct experiments, analyze data, and collaborate with other researchers to integrate findings on air quality and material sustainability. Applicants should be motivated and ready to contribute to a diverse research environment.

research associateindoor air qualityatmospheric measurementsdata analysissustainability

What you'll do

  • Lead research initiatives focused on indoor air quality in retrofit settings.
  • Design and implement experimental protocols for evaluating various retrofit products and systems.
  • Conduct measurements in designated facilities and project sites.
  • Manage and maintain sensor systems and atmospheric measurement instruments.
  • Collaborate with peers to align indoor air quality research with material sustainability efforts.

Requirements

Degree required: PhD or equivalent qualification in atmospheric science or a closely related field

Language: English; proficiency not specified

Instruction: English

Required skills
  • Expertise in atmospheric composition measurements and their applications
  • Experience in designing and conducting atmospheric measurement studies
  • Proficiency in quantitative data processing and analysis
  • Understanding of the physical and chemical processes affecting indoor air quality
Nice to have
Experience with indoor air quality measurements in various environmentsFamiliarity with advanced gas-phase measurement techniquesKnowledge of emissions from building materials and consumer productsExperience in controlled intervention studies related to indoor air quality
Eligibility
  • Open to all nationalities
  • Must hold a relevant PhD or equivalent qualification

Funding & terms

Type
Salaried
Amount
£37.7k–£46.0k/yr
Duration
42 months
Programme
University of Manchester
University of Manchester

How to apply

Deadline: 2026-10-25

Interested candidates should apply through the provided application link. Ensure all required documents are submitted before the deadline.

Documents required
  • CV
  • Cover letter
  • Research statement
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Contact

Thomas Bannan· Research Associate

thomas.bannan@manchester.ac.uk

TB
Prof.
Thomas Bannan
School of Natural Sciences
Lab
Retrofit Advanced Materials & Manufacturing Innovation Centre (RAMMIC)
The University of Manchester
United Kingdom
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