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Shiraz University

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Shiraz, Iran
801–1000th in World University Rankings 2026
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Iran's Shiraz University is one of the country’s most internationally renowned institutions, and also a leader in terms of research.

The university was established in 1946 as a medical school, the High Institute of Health. This was later called Pahlavi University in Shiraz, and finally named Shiraz University after the fall of the Pahlavi dynasty.

The university is the only education institution in Iran modelled on the American higher education system. Its development was a collaborative effort with the University of Pennsylvania, which continues to influence Shiraz today.

Some 80 Bachelor’s, 180 Master’s and 120 Doctoral programmes are available to study at the university.

Shiraz University strives to be pioneering, and has broken new ground in Iran by introducing e-learning, promoting international cooperation and developing new doctoral programmes.

The decadent Eram Botanical Garden, a stunning example of a Persian ornamental garden dating back to 1372, is owned and maintained by the university. The garden and its elaborate buildings are one of the top tourist sites in Shiraz.

The city of Shiraz is best known for producing one of the world’s most popular varieties of red wine. While Iran no longer produces Shiraz wine, the delicious grapes are still eaten fresh.

Shiraz has a fascinating array of heritage sites, including ancient tombs, mosques and shrines. The city is also notable for having one of the largest Jewish populations in Iran, with several synagogues, as well as two Christian churches.

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Student gender ratio
55 F : 45 M (1)
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3% (1)
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Students per staff
19.7 (1)
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14298 (1)

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KINGS COLLEGE LONDON

King's College London

United Kingdom, London

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Research Fellow in Sensing Wastewater

CRANFIELD UNIVERSITY

Cranfield University

United Kingdom, Bedford

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Cranfield University

United Kingdom, Bedford


Organisation: Cranfield University Faculty or Department: Faculty of Engineering and Applied Sciences Based at: Cranfield Campus, Cranfield, Bedfordshire Hours of work: 37 hours per week, normally worked Monday to Friday. Flexible working will be considered. Contract type: Fixed term contract Fixed Term Period: For 24 months Salary: Full time starting salary (if PhD close to completion) is normally in the range of £34,450 per annum; Full time starting salary (if PhD obtained) is normally in the range of £37,337 per annum Apply by: 03/02/2026 Role Description We welcome applications from a Research Fellow with a strong passion for and experience in biosensing, microfluidics and microbiology. The successful candidate will join our Advanced Sensors team and contribute to the 5-year Leverhulme Research Leadership Award project, Sensing Wastewater for Real-time Public Health. About the Role The postholder’s primary responsibility is to conduct cutting-edge research on a new class of biochemical sensor development for wastewater, especially on the single-cell and single molecule detection, utilising state-of-the-art facilities in the Advanced Sensors Laboratory at Cranfield University. Cranfield University has a proud reputation for its research on the science, engineering and management of water, and we have been driving innovation for over 40 years. You will contribute to the delivery of Cranfield University’s research portfolio in the Advanced Sensors Laboratory for Water-Environment-Health, led by Professor Zhugen Yang. The group’s pioneering work on wastewater sensing, especially on origami-paper microfluidics sensors, has garnered significant national and international recognition, including features in Science and prominent media outlets such as BBC. The origami-paper device is currently featured at the London Science Museum. The project also involved partnership from world-leading institutions, such as Harvard University on droplets technology, and industrial sectors. About You You will hold a doctoral degree (or close to completion) in biosensing, microfluidics, environmental science, microbiology, or a related discipline. You will have demonstrable experience with experimental skillsets, including sensor development, wastewater surveillance, or reverse inference modelling for source tracking. You will bring laboratory expertise in designing experiments, handling advanced instruments, and troubleshooting. Collaboration and mentoring within interdisciplinary teams are also desirable. About Us As a specialist postgraduate university, Cranfield’s world-class expertise, large-scale facilities and unrivalled industry partnerships are creating leaders in technology and management globally. Learn more about Cranfield and our unique impact here. The group has received national and international acclaim, including coverage in Science, BBC News, and The Washington Post, for its research on wastewater monitoring and origami-based paper sensors. Our Values and Commitments Our shared, stated values help to define who we are and underpin everything we do: Ambition; Impact; Respect; and Community. Find out more here. We aim to create and maintain a culture in which everyone can work and study together and realise their full potential. We are a Disability Confident Employer and proud members of the Stonewall Diversity Champions Programme. We are committed to actively exploring flexible working options for each role and have been ranked in the Top 30 family friendly employers in the UK by the charity Working Families. Find out more about our key commitments to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and Flexible Working here. Working Arrangements Collaborating and connecting are integral to so much of what we do. Our Working Arrangements Framework provides many staff with the opportunity to flexibly combine on-site and remote working, where job roles allow, balancing the needs of our community of staff, students, clients and partners. How to apply                                            For an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact Professor Zhugen Yang, Professor of Biosensing and Environmental Health, on (T): +44 (0) 1234 758310 or (E): zhugen.yang@cranfield.ac.uk Please do not hesitate to contact us for further details on E: peoplerecruitment@cranfield.ac.uk. Please quote reference number 5182. Closing date for receipt of applications: 3 February 2026 Please note that we reserve the right to close this advert prior to the stated closing date should we receive sufficient numbers of applications. Therefore, we would encourage you to complete and submit your application as soon as possible.

Salary

£34,450 - £37,337 per annum

Posted

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Subjects Taught at Shiraz University

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Arts and Humanities

  • Archaeology
  • Architecture
  • Art, Performing Art and Design
  • History, Philosophy and Theology
  • Languages, Literature and Linguistics

Business and Economics

  • Accounting and Finance
  • Business and Management
  • Economics and Econometrics

Computer Science

  • Computer Science

Education Studies

  • Education

Engineering

  • Chemical Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • General Engineering
  • Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Law

  • Law

Life Sciences

  • Agriculture and Forestry
  • Biological Sciences
  • Sport Science
  • Veterinary Science

Physical Sciences

  • Chemistry
  • Geology, Environmental, Earth and Marine Sciences
  • Mathematics and Statistics
  • Physics and Astronomy

Psychology

  • Psychology

Social Sciences

  • Communication and Media Studies
  • Geography
  • Politics and International Studies
  • Sociology