Research Assistant/Research Fellow: Contaminant Removal & Ultra-Low Flux Mel
CompanyBrunel University of London
Location
Uxbridge, England, United Kingdom
Employment TypeFull-time
Posted At3/31/2026
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Description
This position focuses on Contaminant Removal & Ultra-Low Flux Melt Processing
This role focuses on developing methods to remove extra inclusions and impurities caused by contamination and implementing ultra-low flux melt refining for gas-fired, reverberatory, and other industrial aluminium furnaces. The work includes designing process recipes with flow control, thermal management, and alkali removal.
College / Directorate
Brunel Centre for Advance Solidification Technology
Full Time / Part Time
Full Time
Posted Date
31/03/2026
Closing Date
30/04/2026
Ref No
5081
Documents
Department/College: Brunel Centre for Advanced Solidification Technology (BCAST)
Location: Brunel University London, Uxbridge Campus
Salary: Grade R1
Research Assistant: from £36,640 to £38,638 inclusive of London Weighting with potential to progress to £39,682 per annum inclusive of London Weighting through sustained exceptional contribution.
Research Fellow: from £40,757 to £44,179 inclusive of London Weighting with potential to progress to £52,067 per annum inclusive of London Weighting through sustained exceptional contribution.
Hours: Full-time
Contract Type: Fixed-term 36 months
Brunel University London was established in 1966 and is a leading multidisciplinary research-intensive technology university delivering economic, social and cultural benefits.
For more information please visit: https://www.brunel.ac.uk/about/our-history/home
BCAST is a speciality research centre focusing on solidification and wider metallurgical research with an international reputation. BCAST is well equipped with state-of-the-art facilities for both metal processing and materials characterisation. See https://www.brunel.ac.uk/research/Centres/BCAST for more information.
This position is funded by an EU funded project entitled CLEANMAT for a period of 36 months. CLEANMAT is developing next-generation aluminium recycling processes
This role focuses on developing methods to remove extra inclusions and impurities caused by contamination and implementing ultra-low flux melt refining for gas-fired, reverberatory, and other industrial aluminium furnaces. The work includes designing process recipes with flow control, thermal management, and alkali removal.
College / Directorate
Brunel Centre for Advance Solidification Technology
Full Time / Part Time
Full Time
Posted Date
31/03/2026
Closing Date
30/04/2026
Ref No
5081
Documents
- Research Assistant Job Description (Word , 63.45kb)
- Research Fellow - Job Description (Word , 63.71kb)
Department/College: Brunel Centre for Advanced Solidification Technology (BCAST)
Location: Brunel University London, Uxbridge Campus
Salary: Grade R1
Research Assistant: from £36,640 to £38,638 inclusive of London Weighting with potential to progress to £39,682 per annum inclusive of London Weighting through sustained exceptional contribution.
Research Fellow: from £40,757 to £44,179 inclusive of London Weighting with potential to progress to £52,067 per annum inclusive of London Weighting through sustained exceptional contribution.
Hours: Full-time
Contract Type: Fixed-term 36 months
Brunel University London was established in 1966 and is a leading multidisciplinary research-intensive technology university delivering economic, social and cultural benefits.
For more information please visit: https://www.brunel.ac.uk/about/our-history/home
BCAST is a speciality research centre focusing on solidification and wider metallurgical research with an international reputation. BCAST is well equipped with state-of-the-art facilities for both metal processing and materials characterisation. See https://www.brunel.ac.uk/research/Centres/BCAST for more information.
This position is funded by an EU funded project entitled CLEANMAT for a period of 36 months. CLEANMAT is developing next-generation aluminium recycling processes
that eliminate harmful cleaning chemicals, drastically reduce emissions and waste, and maximize material quality and circularity. The project integrates a digital thread for real-time process optimization, advanced sensors for contaminant detection, environmentally friendly thermal pre-treatment, and flux-minimized melting and refining for both modern and traditional furnaces. Impacts will be rigorously assessed through Life Cycle and Environmental Analysis, targeting significant reductions in CO₂e emissions, energy consumption, hazardous substances, and slag generation, while ensuring safe and sustainable operations.
This position focuses on Contaminant Removal & Ultra-Low Flux Melt Processing
This role focuses on developing methods to remove extra inclusions and impurities caused by contamination and implementing ultra-low flux melt refining for gas-fired, reverberatory, and other industrial aluminium furnaces. The work includes designing process recipes with flow control, thermal management, and alkali removal.
The post holder should have a degree in Metallurgy, Materials Science, or Metal Materials or working towards a PhD in Material science/ metallurgy/ Material engineering (Metal), candidates with a BSc degree and a minimum of two years’ hands-on experience in aluminium manufacturing, particularly in aluminium casting, will also be considered. (evidence requested).
We offer a generous annual leave package plus discretionary University closure days, excellent training and development opportunities as well as a great occupational pension scheme and a range of health-related support. The University is committed to a hybrid working approach.
Closing date for applications: 30 April 2026
For further details about the post including the Job Description and Person Specification and to apply please visit https://careers.brunel.ac.uk
If you have any technical issues please contact us at: hrsystems@brunel.ac.uk
Brunel University London is fully committed to creating and sustaining a fully inclusive workforce culture. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities, we particularly welcome applicants who are currently under- represented in our workforce.
This position focuses on Contaminant Removal & Ultra-Low Flux Melt Processing
This role focuses on developing methods to remove extra inclusions and impurities caused by contamination and implementing ultra-low flux melt refining for gas-fired, reverberatory, and other industrial aluminium furnaces. The work includes designing process recipes with flow control, thermal management, and alkali removal.
The post holder should have a degree in Metallurgy, Materials Science, or Metal Materials or working towards a PhD in Material science/ metallurgy/ Material engineering (Metal), candidates with a BSc degree and a minimum of two years’ hands-on experience in aluminium manufacturing, particularly in aluminium casting, will also be considered. (evidence requested).
We offer a generous annual leave package plus discretionary University closure days, excellent training and development opportunities as well as a great occupational pension scheme and a range of health-related support. The University is committed to a hybrid working approach.
Closing date for applications: 30 April 2026
For further details about the post including the Job Description and Person Specification and to apply please visit https://careers.brunel.ac.uk
If you have any technical issues please contact us at: hrsystems@brunel.ac.uk
Brunel University London is fully committed to creating and sustaining a fully inclusive workforce culture. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities, we particularly welcome applicants who are currently under- represented in our workforce.