Research Fellow in Zero Carbon Mobility Evaluation

1 month ago


Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom University of Leeds Full time

Research Fellow in Zero Carbon Mobility Evaluation

This role is part of the Inspiring Futures for Zero Carbon Mobility (INFUZE) programme, a £7.8m five-year research grant funded by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council.

Working across the Universities of Leeds, Lancaster, and the Royal College of Art, INFUZE aims to achieve transformative change in how transport works, addressing the climate challenge while improving fairness and quality of life.

We are seeking a passionate and committed researcher to drive forward our work on the whole life carbon and wider impacts of a transition away from individualised car ownership.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct research on the whole life carbon impacts of the transport system
  • Develop and implement strategies for reducing carbon emissions in the transport sector
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to achieve transformative change in how transport works

What We Offer:

  • 26 days holiday plus approx. 16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom
  • Generous pension scheme plus life assurance
  • Health and wellbeing initiatives, including discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym
  • Personal development opportunities, including access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team

Join us in our mission to create a more sustainable transport system and make a positive impact on the climate crisis.



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