Overview
Manchester Fashion Institute (MFI) is seeking an ambitious and experienced Research Fellow to join our dynamic and internationally recognised research team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a leading role in advancing impactful research in sustainability and circular fashion and textiles.
As a Research Fellow, you will contribute to innovative projects that address critical industry-wide challenges in sustainability, circularity, and responsible fashion practices. Working closely with senior academic leaders and external partners, you will help shape research that influences academia, industry, and policy at both national and international levels.
The successful candidate will lead the development and delivery of high-quality research activity, driving projects from concept through to dissemination. You will contribute to publications, funding applications, collaborative partnerships, and knowledge exchange activities that enhance the Institute’s global reputation for research excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and support cutting-edge research projects in sustainability and circular fashion and textiles.
- Develop high-quality research outputs, including journal publications and conference presentations.
- Contribute to grant and funding applications with academic and industry partners.
- Build collaborative relationships across academia, industry, and policy networks.
- Support the dissemination and impact of research findings through events, reports, and stakeholder engagement.
- Contribute to the strategic research objectives of Manchester Fashion Institute.
About You
You will be a motivated researcher with:
- A strong background in sustainability, circular economy, fashion, textiles, or related disciplines.
- Experience delivering high-quality research projects and outputs.
- Excellent analytical, communication, and project management skills.
- A collaborative approach and the ability to engage with a range of stakeholders.
- A passion for creating meaningful impact through research and innovation.
Manchester Metropolitan University fosters an inclusive culture of belonging that promotes equity and celebrates diversity. We value a diverse workforce for the innovation and diversity of thought it brings and welcome applications from all local and international communities, including Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQ+ individuals.
