location_onNottingham, UK
watch_later Posted: Dec 03, 2024
Job Description
£28,047 - 31,460 (pro rata)
Six Months Fixed Term Contract until 31 July 2025
About the Role:
As a Research Associate at MTIF, you’ll contribute directly to an innovative project testing antimicrobial / antibiofilm coatings designed for urinary catheters, aimed at the long term goal of reducing infection rates in healthcare settings. Working alongside a multidisciplinary team (NTU, MTIF and MetalloBio) in MTIF's state-of-the-art microbiology laboratory, you'll support team to test the efficacy of the antimicrobial coatings against both laboratory and clinically isolated bacteria.
We’re seeking an enthusiastic individual who brings strong analytical skills and attention to detail. The ideal candidate should have a Bioscience related (preferably Microbiology) degree, or relevant experience with desirable skills in antimicrobial testing, material science and / or biofilm research. In this role, you'll be responsible for learning, executing and refining laboratory protocols and analysing results. You will also be part of regular internal and external meetings gaining experience in both the academic and commercial settings
We are exploring MetalloBio’s leading antimicrobial compounds, KLS-116 and KLS-219. These compounds have had extensive antimicrobial testing. However, at the suggestion of clinical experts, a change of scope to target complicated urinary tract and catheter infections means proof-of-concept data is required to establish whether the compounds coated onto surfaces such as catheters remain effective in preventing biofilm formation. The main objectives of the work is to:
For more details, please refer to the role profile. Even if you don’t meet every single requirement, we encourage you to apply – we’re focused on finding the right person for the role. To support a diverse and inclusive team, we also welcome secondments.
About Us
MTIF is a centre of excellence for research and collaboration with commercial and academic partners in the development and commercialisation of innovative medical technologies and therapies. MTIF brings together the science, researchers, commercial organisations and a unique facility to rapidly develop ideas, prove the science and clinical value, commercialise and bring these innovations to market rapidly for the benefit of patients and society.
To learn more about what we do go to www.mtif.co.uk
If you share our passion for transforming people’s lives and creating opportunities, apply today.
For any informal queries about the role or the team, please contact Dr Adam Varney (Senior Research Fellow, MTIF) at
Join Us
Safe and Inclusive
At NTU, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our students and colleagues. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring and we encourage people from underrepresented communities and backgrounds to apply to join our team.
Please note that unfortunately, this role has been assessed as ineligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration points-based immigration system, upcoming immigration rules (4th April 2024) changes may impact on eligibility for sponsorship, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position.
Visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa for more information. However, applications are welcome from candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK, but who would be eligible to obtain a valid visa via another route. Please consult the Home Office website for further information.
Please note that this role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and successful applicants will be asked to declare any unspent criminal convictions.
Six Months Fixed Term Contract until 31 July 2025
About the Role:
As a Research Associate at MTIF, you’ll contribute directly to an innovative project testing antimicrobial / antibiofilm coatings designed for urinary catheters, aimed at the long term goal of reducing infection rates in healthcare settings. Working alongside a multidisciplinary team (NTU, MTIF and MetalloBio) in MTIF's state-of-the-art microbiology laboratory, you'll support team to test the efficacy of the antimicrobial coatings against both laboratory and clinically isolated bacteria.
We’re seeking an enthusiastic individual who brings strong analytical skills and attention to detail. The ideal candidate should have a Bioscience related (preferably Microbiology) degree, or relevant experience with desirable skills in antimicrobial testing, material science and / or biofilm research. In this role, you'll be responsible for learning, executing and refining laboratory protocols and analysing results. You will also be part of regular internal and external meetings gaining experience in both the academic and commercial settings
We are exploring MetalloBio’s leading antimicrobial compounds, KLS-116 and KLS-219. These compounds have had extensive antimicrobial testing. However, at the suggestion of clinical experts, a change of scope to target complicated urinary tract and catheter infections means proof-of-concept data is required to establish whether the compounds coated onto surfaces such as catheters remain effective in preventing biofilm formation. The main objectives of the work is to:
- Evaluate the antimicrobial efficacy of this coating against key laboratory based and then clinical pathogens
- Optimisation of the coatings following efficacy data by MetalloBio
- Test a lead coating methodology in more complex models including a modified drip flow model to assess coating effectiveness in physiologically relevant conditions.
For more details, please refer to the role profile. Even if you don’t meet every single requirement, we encourage you to apply – we’re focused on finding the right person for the role. To support a diverse and inclusive team, we also welcome secondments.
About Us
MTIF is a centre of excellence for research and collaboration with commercial and academic partners in the development and commercialisation of innovative medical technologies and therapies. MTIF brings together the science, researchers, commercial organisations and a unique facility to rapidly develop ideas, prove the science and clinical value, commercialise and bring these innovations to market rapidly for the benefit of patients and society.
To learn more about what we do go to www.mtif.co.uk
If you share our passion for transforming people’s lives and creating opportunities, apply today.
For any informal queries about the role or the team, please contact Dr Adam Varney (Senior Research Fellow, MTIF) at
Join Us
- Between 30 and 35 days annual leave per year (dependent on grade) plus statutory bank holidays and 5 university closure days pro rata
- Hybrid working - we encourage and offer a mixture of office working and working from home. You're empowered to define how you work best for the benefits of your stakeholders.
- Flexibility - take ownership over how you get your work done. We're open to different working patterns and approaches.
- Salary Sacrifice Retirement Savings Plan with life assurance and income protection. Available to colleagues who choose to opt out of the contractual pension scheme. Minimum colleague contributions of 0% matched with minimum NTU contributions of 8%.
- Access to a wealth of formal and informal professional development opportunities to develop your skills and advance your career.
- Range of health and wellbeing services, voluntary benefits, discounts, and savings for all colleagues. Find out more about the range of benefits we offer at Benefits | Nottingham Trent University
- And a whole lot more…
Safe and Inclusive
At NTU, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our students and colleagues. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring and we encourage people from underrepresented communities and backgrounds to apply to join our team.
Please note that unfortunately, this role has been assessed as ineligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration points-based immigration system, upcoming immigration rules (4th April 2024) changes may impact on eligibility for sponsorship, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position.
Visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa for more information. However, applications are welcome from candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK, but who would be eligible to obtain a valid visa via another route. Please consult the Home Office website for further information.
Please note that this role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and successful applicants will be asked to declare any unspent criminal convictions.
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