College of Engineering, Design and Physical Sciences
Location: Brunel University London, Uxbridge Campus
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
Department website: https://www.brunel.ac.uk/civil-engineering
We are seeking a Research Assistant to support a PBIAA/UKRI-funded feasibility study on organic waste management in Park Royal’s Food & Drink sector.
Duties:
Review relevant policy, legislation and targets; and support surveys, interviews and site visits.
Collect, clean and analyse qualitative and quantitative data on segregation, storage, collection and onward routing.
Contribute to evidence-based recommendations, a prioritised action roadmap, and reporting outputs, handling data ethically and confidentially.
Requirements:
A relevant degree (e.g. environmental/chemical/civil engineering).
Applied research experience in sustainability/circular economy/waste.
Experience with surveys/interviews and site-based data collection.
Experience of applied research and data analysis (including surveys and/or interviews), and strong Excel/data management skills.
Clear written and verbal communication skills, and confidence engaging stakeholders professionally and handling sensitive information.
Ability to work on your own initiative, plan site visits, meet deadlines, and travel to Park Royal (West London).
Commitment to ethical research and confidentiality
For informal enquiries please contact Prof Dimitrios Malamis (Principal Investigator) Email: dimitris.malamis@brunel.ac.uk.
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: 14 April 2026
If you have any technical issues please contact us at: hrsystems@brunel.ac.uk
Brunel University London has a strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. Our aim is to promote and achieve a fully inclusive workforce to reflect our community.