Research Fellow - Climate Finance, Nature Statistics, and Data Science
The Opportunity:
We are looking for an interdisciplinary researcher with expertise in statistics, supply chains and and keen interest in climate and biodiversity finance issues. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in handling and analyzing large-scale datasets related to supply chains, and the ability to integrate these insights into nature dependencies and border adjustment policies (e.g. CBAM, Deforestation Laws etc.). They will thrive in a collaborative environment, working closely with academic and industry partners as part of the EU Horizon Europe CircHive project. The successful candidate will possess strong problem-solving skills, the ability to lead on data acquisition and analysis, and the capacity to translate complex research findings into actionable insights for investors and policymakers aiming to align financial activities with climate and biodiversity conservation.
You will join an interdisciplinary team based in the Centre for Business, Climate Change and Sustainability at the University of Edinburgh Business School, the School of Geosciences and the Edinburgh Futures Institute, which pursues data-driven research and innovation for sustainable development. In return, you will work in a highly supportive and interdisciplinary team which works on cutting edge research questions at the intersection of climate finance, biodiversity and supply chains.
This post is full-time (35 hours per week).
Your skills and attributes for success:
- Expertise in statistics, climate finance and supply chain nature dependencies.
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Ability to work effectively in a diverse, interdisciplinary team, bridging the fields of finance, environmental science, and data science to address complex research questions.
- Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Strong ability to troubleshoot data issues, develop innovative solutions for data integration, and conduct robust analyses that inform sustainable finance policies and practices.
- Communication and Dissemination: Excellent written and verbal communication skills to produce high-quality research outputs, including academic publications, reports, and presentations for a variety of stakeholders.
- Initiative and Leadership: Demonstrated capacity to lead on project tasks, such as dataset acquisition and testing, while independently driving research activities and meeting key project milestones.
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As a valued member of our team you can expect:
- A competitive salary at Grade UE07: £40,247 - £47,874 per annum.
- An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
- To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community.
- Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options. Check out the full list on our staff benefits page (opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefits.
Championing equality, diversity and inclusion
The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.
Prior to any employment commencing with the University you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our right to work webpages (opens new browser tab).
The University may be able to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. This will depend on a number of factors specific to the successful applicant. If successful, an international applicant requiring sponsorship to work in the UK will need to satisfy the UK Home Office’s English Language requirements and apply for and secure a Skilled Worker Visa.
Key dates to note
The closing date for applications is 10th January 2025.
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Interviews will be held from 23rd to 28th January 2025.
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