Job Description
Job Title: / KTP Associate (Research & Development Technologist)Faculty/Department: / Science & Engineering/Chemistry
Reporting to: / Profs PDI Fletcher, BP Binks & SM Kelly (UoH) and Messrs. J McAughtrie and T Makinde (AAK)
Duration: / 24 months
Job Family: / KTP
Pay Band: / KTP Rate
Benchmark Profile: / KTP Associate
DBS Disclosure requirement: / N/A
Vacancy Reference: / FS0163
Details Specific to the Post
Background and Context
As part of a Knowledge Transfer Programme (KTP) award to AAK (UK) and the University of Hull, this appointee will research and develop innovative vegetable oil based materials for use in new fat bakery products and develop a detailed scientific understanding of complex fat crystallisation networks.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities of the post
· Complete University and AAK (UK) Ltd. induction.
· Complete required training and development including a KTP business and management training course and mini-project.
· Develop detailed project plan and risk assessment.
· Learn to use a wide range of laboratory-based analytical technologies and then link these to real-world manufacturing processes.
· Assess the edible oil market, research current and future customer requirements and be involved in the development, production, marketing and trialling of new E-additive-free edible oil products.
· Assess how laboratory measurements relate to product quality and how this can then be controlled in cost-effective, reproducible pilot plant and full-scale manufacture.
· Research, review, evaluate, understand and then apply the complex science of fat crystal networks not containing E-additives.
· Identify, model and test new & innovative edible oil products with enhanced properties.
· Acquire knowledge/awareness of product manufacture.
· Acquire knowledge/awareness of market competitors in the field of edible oil products.
· Complete knowledge transfer and dissemination activities to ensure full embedding of new knowledge and expertise within AAK (UK) Ltd.
· Any other duties commensurate with the grade as appropriate.
· The post holder will be expected to undertake all duties in line with the Health and Safety Policies of both the University and AAK (UK) Ltd.
· The post holder will show a commitment to diversity, equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practices.
· Preparation and presentation of progress reports at Local Management Committee meetings.
GENERIC JOB DESCRIPTION
The job duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of the role. The duties and responsibilities and the balance between the elements in the role may change or vary over time depending on the project needs at a specific point in time or due to changing needs in the department. Candidates should note that there may not be an immediate requirement to carry out all the activities listed below.
Overall Purpose of the Role
A KTP Associate post is a career development role which gives graduates an opportunity to manage a challenging project central to a business’s strategic development and long term growth.
Through the KTP project, the KTP Associate will play a key role in managing and implementing tactical or strategic development in the business and transferring knowledge between the business and the University. KTP Associates own their project and are supported by experienced staff from the business and the University.
The KTP Associate will receive close supervision and direction from more senior colleagues and will receive academic and pastoral support and guidance which may include specific training, career counselling and mentoring.
The main focus of the work will involve the generation or collection of data using standard methods which have been developed by others. The role holder will assist with analysis and interpretation of results and the drafting of research reports and publications.
Main Work Activities
1. Pro-actively contribute to the research project and conduct own research to include:
· Gather, prepare, analyse and interpret data
· Conduct literature and database searches
· Write up and present own research results.
2. Contribute to the management of research projects to include:
· Contribute to the planning of projects
· Plan own research activity within the framework of the agreed programme.
3. Prepare reports and papers describing the results of the research for both internal and external publication to include:
· Contribute to the production of research reports and publications
· Present information on research progress and outcomes to bodies supervising research.
4. Work positively with colleagues in the research team and other collaborators, partners and support staff on routine matters both inside and outside the University:
· Make internal and external contacts to develop knowledge and understanding and form relationships for future collaboration
· Actively participate as a member of the research team which will involve attending and contributing to relevant meetings.
5. Provide guidance as required to support staff and any project students who may be assisting with the research.
6. Demonstrate evidence of own personal and professional development including:
· Appraisal, induction and performance reviews
· Participation in training and development activity
· Maintenance of links with professional institutions and other related bodies.
Additionally the post holder will be required to:
· Fulfil the employee’s duties described in the University’s health and safety policies and co-operate with the health and safety arrangements in place within the department. May be required to undertake specific health and safety roles on request e.g. display screen equipment assessor, departmental safety officer, fire warden
· Show a commitment to diversity, equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practices. This includes undertaking mandatory equality and diversity training
· Comply with University regulations, policies and procedures
KTP Associate
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PERSON SPECIFICATION
Specification / Essential / Desirable / Examples measured byEducation and Training
Formal qualifications and relevant training / A first or upper second class degree in a physical science. / A degree in chemistry or physics.
A PhD in a physical science. / Application Form
Work Experience
Ability to undertake duties of the post / Experience of research projects in the physical sciences.
Working within and across teams.
Use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) and Outlook. / Experience of working in materials science (desirable).
Experience of analytical techniques, such as XRD spectroscopy, optical and electron microscopy, FTIR, chromatography and differential scanning calorimetry.
Experience of industrial R+D.
Experience of industrial quality control
Project management experience
Experience of drafting formal documentation/procedures/protocols.
Experience of researching products and customer needs, and market trends. / Application Form
20 minute presentation
Skills and Knowledge
Includes abilities and intellect / Ability to solve problems - using innovative solutions - to achieve project objectives.
Organised, with the ability to plan, prioritise and monitor progress on multiple tasks and complete them on time.
Accuracy in recording information, and the ability to develop new systems for effectively managing information.
Ability to evaluate and analyse information and make credible recommendations to senior managers. / Knowledge of the analysis and manipulation of fat crystal networks or related fields.
Knowledge of the manufacture of bakery products. / Application Form
20 minute presentation
Personal Qualities
Includes any specific physical requirements of the post – (subject to the provisions of the Equality Act 2010) / Excellent written and oral communication skills, good organisational and interpersonal skills, including listening skills.
Self-motivated, enthusiastic and able to work effectively and with high productivity, without close supervision.
Enthusiasm, willingness and ability to develop personal skills set including managerial, marketing and time and project management skills during the project.
Willing and able to frequently travel the short distance between the University and AAK’s Hull site, and to seminars, conferences and AAK’s other sites, and to undertake occasional international visits. / Application Form
20 minute presentation
Interview
Psychometric test
KTP Associate
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October 2012