Ernest Oppenheimer Early Career Research Fellow (Colloid Science)

About the role

The University of Cambridge's School of the Physical Sciences is inviting applications for an Ernest Oppenheimer Early Career Research Fellowship in Colloid Science, broadly covering biology, chemistry, physics, materials science and engineering. The fellowship provides an opportunity for independent research, usually in collaboration with an established research group, and is based in Cambridge.

Required profile

• Completed a PhD by 1 October 2027
• Normally spent no more than three years in post-doctoral research by 1 October 2027; longer tenure must be justified
• Cannot hold another paid position or stipend-bearing position concurrently
• Eligibility to live and work in the UK is required

What we offer

• Tenure of three years starting 1 October 2027
• Stipend of £38,448 to £46,970, with automatic annual increments up to Single Salary Spine point 48
• Relocation expenses and up to £25,000 per year for research expenses

Applicants submit an online application quoting reference LA51655, including a two-page CV, a one-page statement of previous and current research, a three-page research proposal linked to colloid science, a completed Head of Department approval form and two confidential references (one external), sent by 5 January 2027. A security check may be required depending on the research area. The decision is expected by mid-February 2027.