Research Fellow in Biomaterials for Wound Healing - Internal Only
School of Applied Sciences
| Location: |
Brighton - Moulsecoomb |
| Salary: |
£41,064 to £48,822
per annum
|
| Contract Length: |
12 months |
| Closing Date: |
Monday 20 April 2026 |
| Interview Date: |
To be confirmed
|
| Reference: |
AP4028-26-063 |
The EC project INJECTHEAL focusses on the development of novel injectable bioactive hydrogels with for the healing of deep wounds. A Pan-European consortium aims to make available a hydrogel able to heal skin by supporting the tissue in-growth while preventing wound infections and chronic inflammation.
You will be working within the Centre for Regenerative Medicine and Devices, School of Applied Sciences, and will take a key role in developing nanocarriers and peptides able to release anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory agents in a controlled manner. You will have the opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary team and being keen to travel to technical meetings and conferences across Europe.
In order to be successful in this role you should have:
- A PhD in Biomaterials or in any other relevant discipline
- Previous experience in biomaterials hydrogels for tissue regeneration and/or nanocarriers for controlled drug release
- Competence in biomaterial science, spray/dip/cast-coating methodologies, in vitro biocompatibility tests of biomaterials
- Knowledge of relevant health and safety requirements
Please see the attached job description and person specification for full details of the role and the skills and experience required.
This a full-time position will be for 12 months with a possibility of extension up to 24 months pending project progress and budget.
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