Research Scientist in Peatland Ecosystems

3 weeks ago


Coleraine, United Kingdom Ulster University Full time

Job Purpose: Ulster University is working with fourteen institutions in three jurisdictions on the large-scale Co-Centre for Climate + Biodiversity + Water project. The project is jointly funded by the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Development in Northern Ireland, Science Foundation Ireland, and UK Research and Innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop research and knowledge exchange on a working upland hill farm as part of a Monitoring and Modelling Platform in the Co-Centre.
  • Quantify the ecosystem co-benefits and trade-offs that may result from upland peat restoration measures.
  • Bring expertise to the post while maximising the benefits of working with a large network of scientists from academia and government.

Impact: The data generated will be crucial for developing Northern Ireland's peatland strategies, providing an evidence base for net zero policy reviews, and supporting the development of results based agri-environmental schemes.

Requirements: The post holder will be responsible to the Principal Investigator and will work on a fixed-term basis until 31st August 2027. The post is full-time and the salary is £31,414 - £40,543 per annum.



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