Research Associate: Sensory Snack Science & Satiety

Atomic Layer Deposition; England; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research group in the UK seeks an early career researcher as a Research Associate for a multicenter project on enhancing snack food satisfaction. Candidates should have a PhD and strong analytical skills, with a focus on developing healthier food options through collaboration with industry partners. This role offers a unique blend of academic research and real-world application, contributing significantly to health and nutrition studies.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension and leave entitlements

Opportunities for career development

Qualifications

• Evidence of contributing independently to research studies.
• High-quality peer-reviewed publications.
• Experience in diet/nutrition, food science, health sciences, or health psychology.

Responsibilities

• Establish eating behaviour assessment protocols.
• Work with industry partner to develop healthier snack food products.
• Utilise randomised control trial methodologies to influence oral processing behaviours.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication

Education

PhD in relevant discipline

Job description

A leading research group in the UK seeks an early career researcher as a Research Associate for a multicenter project on enhancing snack food satisfaction. Candidates should have a PhD and strong analytical skills, with a focus on developing healthier food options through collaboration with industry partners. This role offers a unique blend of academic research and real-world application, contributing significantly to health and nutrition studies.