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The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research.  We are ambitious and have a bold vision of what we want to achieve - shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world, which we are achieving through the talents and endeavour of every employee. Our culture empowers people to achieve this aim and to collectively, and individually, make a real difference. The role Applications are invited for a Research Fellow position to work in the Catalysis for Chemical Circularity Group in the School of Engineering, University of Surrey. The main role of the post holder will be to carry out research to develop a geological inspired mechanochemical-UV process for efficient ROS production, using earth-abundant rock minerals. This interdisciplinary project is in close collaboration with academics in the University of Newcastle, University of Birmingham, and companies in the waste management and plastic production sectors. By participating in the stakeholder engagement, the post holder will gain great insight in the geo-mechanochemistry and plastic chemical recycling field. In addition, as part of a new EPSRC supporting career development initiative, the post holder will be provided with a separate amount of career development funding dedicated for their career development. The main project objectives are: Mineral screening for ROS generation and inter-discipline knowledge transfer. Optimise control parameters with high-throughput mechanochemical platform, and investigate interaction between mechanochemistry and UV. Demonstrate the effectiveness of on-demand ROS generation for polyolefin waste upcycling. About you The successful candidate should hold or be about to receive a PhD in Material Science, Chemistry or Chemical Engineering, or a closely related discipline. You should have a strong background in experimental catalyst design, characterisation and testing. Prior knowledge of mechanochemistry, polymer chemistry and physics, plastic chemical recycling is especially welcomed. Essential experiences, knowledge and skills include: Practical experience with experimental design, catalytic reactions, material characterisation and chemical product analysis Ability to conduct a detailed review of recent literature Skilled in characterisation and analysis techniques such as XRD, FTIR, TGA, Raman spectroscopy, chromatography, NMR, and mass spectroscopy Excellent verbal and written communication skills  Willingness to travel both within the United Kingdom and abroad to conduct research and attend conferences How to apply To apply for this role, please upload a CV and cover letter with your application via the University of Surrey website. For informal enquiries about the role, please contact Dr. Hui Luo (hui_luo@surrey.ac.uk). Interviews are expected to take place on 29th July. Further details Job Description

Join Our Team – Research Fellow Opportunity at the Optoelectronics Research Centre We are seeking a Research Fellow with a strong background in nonlinear optics for single / paired photon generation and measurement to join our team at the University of Southampton in collaboration with our industrial partners at Covesion Ltd. This role sits at the boundary between nonlinear optics and quantum technology, investigating the use of commercial grade materials for generation and conversion of single photons between visible and infrared wavelengths. The main goal is to design and characterise Periodically-Poled Lithium Niobate (PPLN) and Thin Film Lithium Niobate (TFLN) waveguides for single- and paired-photon generation at application-driven wavelengths for quantum-enhanced imaging, computing, and networks. Are you a photonics engineer excited to contribute to breakthroughs in quantum optics, precision sensing, and next-generation photonic systems? If so, we’d love to hear from you. We invite applications to join our welcoming and collaborative team of world-leading researchers at the Optoelectronics Research Centre (ORC) at the University of Southampton. With over 350 staff and students, the ORC is an internationally recognised hub for cutting-edge research, delivering real-world impact across photonics, manufacturing, communication, healthcare, environmental and quantum technologies. About the Role As a valued member of our team, you will play a key role in the design and characterisation of nonlinear optical waveguides for use in commercially relevant applications. You will work on: Design of experiments to convert photons between the visible and infrared ranges Design of nonlinear optical devices for photon level conversion in PPLN and TFLN Optical characterisation at the classical and single-photon level Operation and maintenance of our suite of SNSPDs Application of the devices with our industrial and academic partners A core feature of this role is collaboration with our partners at Covesion to help translate our research into tangible innovations for the UK’s growing photonics and quantum sectors. Your Responsibilities As part of the role, you will be required to operate and maintain state-of-the-art optical test and characterisation equipment, liaise with our project partners, design innovative devices, publish results in leading journals, and investigate the potential to commercialise your outputs. Your attention to detail and commitment to excellence will help us create high-performance optical components that advance our research goals and commercial partnerships. Who We’re Looking For We seek a talented research fellow with skills and knowledge to complement our team. You should be comfortable working in a lab environment with lasers and optical characterisation equipment. Applications are encouraged from those with a strong background in photonics, particularly those with prior experience in PPLN waveguides or working with single photon sources and detectors. We are looking for a self-motivated researcher with good experimental skills who is willing to conduct research independently and collaboratively, and who values contributing to a supportive team environment. You will also help train and support researchers and PhD students in this role, so strong communication and mentoring skills will be a plus. A PhD or equivalent professional qualification is essential. Due to the topic of the work, candidates must be exempt or eligible for an ATAS certificate; more details on ATAS can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/academic-technology-approval-scheme. This appointment is for a 12 month post starting 1st October 2026. Informal enquiries: Prof Corin Gawith, corin.gawith@soton.ac.uk 

Ref.: 536636 Work type: Full-time Department: Centre for Information Technology in Education within the Faculty of Education (10001) Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow Full-time/Part-time Post-Doctoral Fellow in the Centre for Information Technology in Education within the Faculty of Education (Ref.: 536636 ). To commence from September 1, 2026 to August 31, 2027. Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in education, social sciences, STEAM or science education, artificial intelligence, or a related discipline, with experience in analysing survey and assessment data. Familiarity with the literature on digital literacy and factors influencing students’ educational achievement is a strong advantage. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in managing and analysing large scale quantitative research using advanced statistical methods such as multiple linear regression, mediation analysis, multilevel modelling, and latent variable models. Strong organizational skills and the ability to work under tight deadlines are essential. Candidates must demonstrate high proficiency in English writing and be capable of communicating research findings effectively to both academic and general audiences. He/She should be self-motivated, responsible and able to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team. The appointee will work on a project on STEAM education, artificial intelligence, and transformative leadership. He/She will work closely with the Principal Investigator and the project team to conduct research in a predominantly independent manner, investigating areas related to the teaching and learning of STEAM and artificial intelligence, multilevel leadership and related fields. Responsibilities include: research design and development of instruments; data collection, management, analysis and interpretation; drafting project proposals and reports; preparing publications for peer reviewed journals and books; liaising with project schools, professional bodies and other stakeholders to facilitate smooth implementation of research activities; and assisting the project team with the implementation of the project, development of project deliverables, and administrative and promotional tasks related to the project. The University only accepts online applications for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until July 1, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.