Food Industry Centre (FIC) Agri-Food Safety & Technology Research Assistantship

Applied research post supporting the Welsh food and drink sector on micro-filtration, novel protein formulation, and microbial spoilage prevention.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites: BSc or MSc in Food Science, Microbiology, or Analytical Chemistry
English language proficiency: Fluent English
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: Laboratory experience in food safety microbiology (HACCP), pathogen detection, or shelf-life modeling
Recommendation letters: Two professional reference letters

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: Grade 5/6 researcher salary (£32,000–£38,000/year)
Application fee: £0
Tuition / joining costs: Salaried university research staff appointment

Dates and verification

Application deadline: December 10, 2026
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official Cardiff Metropolitan University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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