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Research Associate [01/25/2010]

The Dalton Research Institute Analytical Microscope (DRIAM) Facility at Manchester Metropolitan University is a state-of-the-art FEG-SEM (Zeiss Supra 40) with an extensive suite of analytical tools built into it. These include EDX, WDX, EBSD, micro-Raman spectroscopy and cathodoluminescence. The DRIAM is a variable pressure system, which also has the option of a liquid nitrogen cooled stage for use with, for example, biological samples. The instrument is capable of nanoscale resolution imaging, surface mapping and material characterisation and serves as a major analytical tool for several research groups at MMU and for external academic and industrial clients. The unique nature of the DRIAM has been recognised by the EPSRC by their inclusion of it in their 'Materials and Nanotechnology Research Equipment' programme, which partly funds this post.

We require a specialist research associate with a background in electron microscopy and surface and bulk analytical techniques, such as those listed above, to help operate the DRIAM facility and expand its usage. You will already have skills in these techniques and the relevant sample preparation processes. You will be capable of interpreting data and results arising from specimen analysis. You will be able to convey complex information and results orally and in written reports to a variety of audiences including academic staff, undergraduate and postgraduate students and external industrial clients.

All applicants should have a PhD in materials, chemistry or physics (or a closely related subject), or relevant professional qualifications with substantial experience of research. Additionally, applicants require good communications skills, a strong theoretical background in an area relevant to this post, combined with a practical approach to analysis, and the ability to work effectively as part of a small team.

Job Type:
Permanent

Location:
Iraq – Thi-Qar

Salary:
31

Date available:
now

Specialist Industry:

Company:
Manchester Metropolitan University

Company Description:
The central campus is situated close to Manchester’s city centre. There are six further campus locations, four in other parts of the city and two in Cheshire, 36 miles (58 km) from Manchester: * Faculty of Art and Design * Faculty of Health, Psychology and Social Care * Hollings Faculty * Faculty of Humanities, Law and Social Science * Institute of Education * MMU Business School * MMU Cheshire * Faculty of Science and Engineering We are the UK’s 5th most popular University, receiving over 41,000* applications per year. We offer: * Over 1,000 courses and qualifications, many with a strong professional bias. * The highest concentration of postgraduate taught courses in the North West. * Links with over 70 professional bodies and associations recognising both the quality and practical focus of our course provision. * An extensive portfolio of training and professional development courses, including tailored courses to meet specific business needs. * Based on applications received in 2007 and 2008. Data provided by UCAS. The University for World-Class Professionals Facts about MMU: * The North West fashion design and textiles industry has seen an increase in sales of £5 million over the last four years as a result of partnerships with MMU. * The University is an international leader in clothing design and technology. * MMU is the largest public sector provider of accountancy training in the North West. * We are one of the largest providers of science, engineering and technology education in the UK. * The region’s schoolchildren are directly benefiting from the 81% of newly qualified teachers who stay on to work and live in the region each year. * 80% of MMU's trained health professionals including nurses, health visitors, health scientists and dental technicians go on to work in the health services in the North West * We educate a tenth of the UK’s food technologists. * MMU is one of the largest creative communities in the UK, with over 8,000 students and staff involved in cultural production in the region. * According to the latest UK-wide assessment of university research quality MMU has world-leading research in sciences, arts, education and social sciences. * The new Poet Laureate Carol Ann Duffy is creative director at MMU’s Writing School in the Department of English.

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