Research Fellow in Sustainable Energy Systems

2 days ago


Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom International Society for Industrial Ecology Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a Research Fellow to join our team at International Society for Industrial Ecology. This fixed-term position is part of the Climate Compatible Growth (CCG) programme and will focus on modelling critical mineral supply chains to support low-carbon transition for energy and transport systems in developing countries.

Main Responsibilities

Conduct research on critical material production and supply chainsModel supply chain changes techno-economicallyProduce academic and policy writingCollaborate with institutions in selected CCG partner countries

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will have a PhD in Engineering or a similar relevant technical field, and significant experience working in a postdoctoral position or equivalent experience. You will also possess knowledge and experience in environmental assessment, emissions accounting, programming languages (Python, MATLAB, R), software control (GitHub), and GIS-type software. Strong collaboration and communication skills are essential, as well as evidence of high-quality research outputs and the ability to communicate them clearly. Additionally, you should have sufficient administrative skills to manage projects and possess breadth/depth of specialist knowledge in the discipline and of research methods and techniques.

Key Skills and Qualifications

  • PhD in Engineering or a similar relevant technical field
  • Significant experience working in a postdoctoral position or equivalent experience
  • Knowledge and experience in environmental assessment, emissions accounting, programming languages (Python, MATLAB, R), software control (GitHub), and GIS-type software
  • Strong collaboration and communication skills
  • Evidence of high-quality research outputs and ability to communicate them clearly

What We Offer

The salary range for this position is £45,585 - £57,696 per annum. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work on a dynamic project that contributes to climate-compatible growth in developing countries.

How to Apply

Please submit your application, including your Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a covering letter, through our online application system. We look forward to receiving your application.



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