PhD - Several topics - Several vacancies

University of Southampton

Southampton, United Kingdom

Description

We have several competition funded PhD topics available within the following research groups:

Earth Surface Dynamics

http://www.southampton.ac.uk/geography/research/groups/earth_surface.page?

Economy, Society and Space

http://www.southampton.ac.uk/geography/research/groups/economy_society.page?

Global Environmental Change and Earth Observation

http://www.southampton.ac.uk/geography/research/groups/global_environmental.page?

Palaeoenvironmental Laboratory at the University of Southampton (PLUS)

http://www.southampton.ac.uk/geography/research/groups/palaeoenvironmental_lab.page?

Population, Health and Wellbeing

http://www.southampton.ac.uk/geography/research/groups/population_health.page?

Full details of these studentships can be found at:

http://www.southampton.ac.uk/geography/postgraduate/research_degrees/studentships.page?

River ecosystems

Catalan Institute for Water Research

Girona, Spain

 

Description

 

The Catalan Institute for Water Research (ICRA), based in Girona, Spain, is offering a researcher position in the group of Resources and Ecosystems (RiE). The candidate will become part of a large team dealing with the study of the metabolism and fate of dissolved carbon in rivers, in the project CARBONET (CGL2011-30474-C02-01) The researcher will focus his/her research on the role of biofilm and suspended aggregates on carbon use and transformation in Mediterranean river ecosystems, both in lotic as well as in lentic water bodies.

 

Requirements:

 

- Bachelor in Biology, Environmental Sciences, Environmental Engineering, or equivalent.

- PhD in these areas is of advantage.

- The position requires a complete understanding of the structure, metabolism, and ecology of microbial consortia, as well as a background on molecular biology, and has to show experience on field and laboratory procedures.

- The candidate has to prove the ability to work in a multidisciplinary environment, with high level of communication and minimum supervision.

- Fluent English, spoken and written, is essential.

 

Climate Change and Sustainable Development - 10 positions

FEEM

Milan or Venice, Italy

 

Description

 

FEEM, a leading research institute on sustainable development aims to recruiting motivated and talented researchers to cover ten open positions within the Climate Change and Sustainable Development Research Programme. The Programme carries out high level research in the following areas: climate change integrated assessment modelling, climate change policy and governance, climate-related innovation and technological change, natural hazards and extreme climate-related events, management of natural resources, sustainability and growth beyond GDP.

 

Ecologist

Blackdown Environmental
Devon, UK

Description

 

We are looking to recruit an experienced Ecologist or Senior Ecologist who would be able to work effectively across a wide range of disciplines and help to manage and develop our expanding client base. This position also allows applicants the opportunity to undertake a broad range of ecology projects and due to the nature of the company, employees are actively encouraged to continue to develop their own niche areas of interest such as ornithology, botany, mammals, freshwater or project areas such as wind turbines. We are pleased to offer this opportunity for a motivated, ambitious and enthusiastic ecologist to enhance our team. Applicants should hold a degree in an ecology-related subject and preferably be a full member of the Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (IEEM), or other equivalent organisations. The successful applicant will be required to manage and complete work comprising:

 

- Extended Phase 1 Habitat Surveys and protected species surveys including EPSL applications.
- Mitigation strategies, management plans and Ecological Impact Assessment chapters (EcIA).
- Write concise reports and communicate clear verbal guidance to clients.
- Ability to co-ordinate and manage projects and sub-contractors and prepare tenders for projects; familiarity with the BREEAM and Code for Sustainable Homes schemes is desirable.
- Assist directors in business development and marketing activities

Environmental consultant (Offshore Renewables)

Penguin Recruitment Ltd

London, UK

 

Description

 

A leading environmental consultancy in the UK is looking for an EIA Consultant to join the team in London. With a strong international presence and a reputation for delivering outstanding services, this is a great chance to further your career within a professional consultancy. The ideal EIA Consultant will be educated to MSc level and have experience of EIA project management within a consultancy in the renewables sector. You will have experience of managing the financial aspects of projects and all the administration involved, as well as strong presentational and report writing skills. You will have a good understanding of environmental law, the EIA process and relevant government policy. As an EIA Consultant you will be supporting the delivery of a range of renewable energy projects, providing technical guidance and consultancy level support as required. You will be expected to contribute to project work including report writing and project management. You will liaise with clients and contribute to business development by maintaining strong client relationships. This position is offered alongside a competitive salary and excellent benefits package.

 

Applications

 

To apply for this role please send a CV to hannah.green@penguinrecruitment.co.uk or alternatively call Hannah Green on 0121 442 3921.

 

Reference: HGNOV066

Marine Ecologist

British Antarctic Survey

Cambridge, UK

 

Description

 

The British Antarctic Survey (BAS), part of the Natural Environment Research Council, aims to undertake a world-class programme of scientific research, and to sustain for the UK an active and influential regional presence and a leadership role in Antarctic affairs. We are seeking a researcher able to take a leading role in BAS research on pelagic marine ecology, particularly in the response of zooplankton to variability and change in oceanic ecosystems. The work will consider key oceanic species, such as krill, copepods, salps and pteropods and examine their responses both at individual and population levels to environmental stress. Work will also contribute to the parameterisation of ecosystem processes such as carbon flux and nutrient regeneration. The researcher is expected to have specialist interests in population dynamics, molecular ecology and/or physiological processes.

 

Requirements

 

PhD (or equivalent) in Marine Biology or Ecology, with good publication record

 

3 Environmental Scientists

Wessex Water

Claverton Down, Bath, UK

 

Description

 

A career with the best performing water and sewerage company in England and Wales has so much to offer. At Wessex Water we are passionate about customer service and providing water and sewerage services that exceed customer expectation. You could be part of a company that offers a pension scheme, competitive holiday entitlement as well as a range of benefits. We have vacancies for two Area Environmental Scientists and one Project Environmental Scientist to join our Environmental team. The team provides environmental and planning permission advice to engineering and construction staff to ensure that current legislation and company environmental policy are met in the development and maintenance of assets. These roles offer the opportunity for experienced scientists with a suitable environmental degree/MSc to further their environmental skills within the water industry.

 

Responsibility areas for the Area Environmental Scientists include:

 

- Reviewing environmental constraints on capital schemes

- Advising on specialist environmental issues (the successful candidates will be expected to have knowledge in some of the following areas; archaeology, noise, odour, contaminated land, flood risk, landscape assessment).

- Undertaking consultation and liaison with external parties and stakeholders, particularly planning authorities

- Successfully gaining environmental and planning consents to meet project timescales

- Working closely with engineering and construction site staff to ensure that environmental issues are properly addressed at all stages of the project

 

Climate Change and Sustainable Development - 10 positions

FEEM, Fondazione Eni Enrico Mattei

Milan or Venice, Italia

 

Climate Change and Sustainable Development  - 10 positions

 

Requirements

 

Candidates should have a Ph.D. (or be close to completion) in economics or energy engineering, mathematics, and physics, coupled with a solid economic background. Four-year (full time equivalent) research experience may substitute the Ph.D. degree. Experience in conducting applied and/or econometric research using both analytical and numerical methods in one or more of the following areas is requested:

 

Integrated assessment modeling and quantitative assessment of climate impacts and policies;

Computable general equilibrium modeling;

Global modeling of land use and forestry;

Adaptive capacity to risk posed by extreme climatic and meteorological events;

Biodiversity and ecosystem services;

Marine strategy;

Sustainability assessment and applied research in environmental economics;

Political economy and environment.

 

PostDoc - Molecular Biology

Instituto de Recursos Naturales y Agrobiología, CSIC

Salamanca, Spain

 

Description

 

Our group is based in Salamanca (Spain) at the Institute for Natural Resources and Agrobiology that belongs to the Spanish Research Council (CSIC). The project deals with the molecular characterization of redox signaling networks in plant cells and, particularly, on the molecular mechanisms by which reactive oxygen species in plastids activates signaling cascades that ultimately results in a nuclear response for environmental adaptation. We seek candidates to apply for the Juan de la Cierva program, financed by the Ministry of Economy and Competitiveness (3-years contract).

 

Requirements

 

Candidates should have a PhD, obtained (not before 1st Sept 2008), in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, or other relevant discipline. Previous experience on basic Molecular Biology and Protein Biochemistry is required. Knowledge on Structural Biology, Plant Physiology, Biophysics and/or Bioinformatics is desirable.

 

Sustainable Regeneration and Energy

BioRegional Development Group

Sutton, Surrey, UK

 

Description

 

We are seeking a Project Officer for Sustainable regeneration and energy to join a growing team of technical sustainability experts working with the Council to make the London Borough of Sutton a flagship sustainable borough. The One Planet Sutton team is undertaking a project to physically and economically regenerate a small town in the borough. The post holder will work within the Regeneration team to support the delivery of this interesting and challenging project in the following areas of work:

• Working with shops in the town centre to reduce their environmental impact through energy assessment, environmental auditing, policy writing and workshops
• Researching environmental, economic and social best practice in small and large retail organisations
• Using this knowledge to implement practical sustainability measures in retail units
• Implementing a communications strategy engaging stakeholders in the regeneration process
• Organising and administering meetings of the project’s key stakeholders, including meetings of a new Traders Association.

 

Contaminated Land Consultant

Mattinson Partnership

Londres, UK

 

Description

 

As a recent graduate, you will be involved in real projects from day one, with exposure to some of the most prestigious schemes in the UK with a leading multidisciplinary. You will be encouraged to develop and grow professionally, as well as have the opportunity to make a valued contribution to the team. Reporting to your Director or Project Manager, you will support the delivery of projects effectively.

 

Responsibilities:

 

•Support the Project Manager to ensure projects are delivered effectively, on budget and on time

•Carry out site inspections, supervision of site investigation works, groundwater monitoring and ground gas monitoring, initially under supervision

•Perform routine analysis and data collection, with guidance and direction

•Critically appraise a site based on available data

•Prepare reports and routine sections of interpretive reports under guidance

 

PhD - Renewable energy - 30 positions

Technical University of Darmstadt

Darmstadt, Germany

 

Description

 

The Graduate School of Energy Science and Engineering at the Technische Universität Darmstadt offers an excellent research environment to educate tomorrow’s leading Energy Engineers within the field of renewable energy. The institution is based on a multidisciplinary field of expertise geared to identify and master the most demanding scientific, engineering, economic and social challenges. The challenge of a continuous transition from the carbonbased, non-renewable primary energy sources of today, to renewable and environmentally friendly energy resources of tomorrow, is met by the strategy of the Graduate School to improve conventional energy technologies and render them progressively more efficient, while simultaneously developing innovative and advanced renewable energy technologies. The Graduate School will be funded by the German Excellence Initiative as of November 1st, 2012. Positions commence on November 1st, 2012. We are seeking 30 highly qualified and motivated doctoral fellows to develop their scientific skills in a focused way, and to cooperate under optimal conditions in a highly stimulating interdisciplinary environment.

 

Environmental Specialist

Enterprise Mouchel

Penrith, UK

 

Description

 

A vacancy has arisen in our Penrith office for an Environmental Specialist in the Highway Environmental Team. The role involves carrying out a variety of studies, environmental assessments and designs. An understanding of carbon and energy reduction along with waste management would be an advantage. EnterpriseMouchel is a rapidly expanding Network Management company working with the Highways Agency to deliver a first class integrated service. The Area 13 Commission involves maintaining all aspects of the Motorway and Trunk Road network in Cumbria and North Lancashire to the highest standards.

 

Requirements

 

Candidates would be ideally qualified to Degree level or equivalent with an understanding of the environmental field. Experience within the Highways is desirable but not essential. The role requires a candidate who can:

 

Conservation Officer

Scottish Wildlife trust

Scotland

 

Description

 

We are seeking to recruit a Conservation Officer to co-ordinate our conservation planning-related activity across Scotland. You will provide advice and support to Trust staff and members on planning and urban wildlife issues, lead on planning casework and work with Government and the Scottish Parliament to advocate relevant Trust policies.

 

Requirements

You will hold a degree in a relevant environmental subject combined with a strong interest in ecology and environmental issue. Experience of public affairs and planning are highly desirable, but we would also encourage recent graduates to apply.

You must hold a full driving licence and be prepared to undertake some travel, including occasional overnight stays and weekend work.

 

Applications

 

http://scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk/info/jobs/#ConservationOfficer(Planning)

Environmental Chemist

The British Geological Survey

Keyworth, UK

Description

The British Geological Survey (BGS), founded in 1835, is part of the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC), and is the world's longest-established national geological survey and the UK's premier centre for earth science information and expertise. A vacancy has arisen for an Environmental Chemist at our Headquarters in Keyworth. As an Environmental Chemist you will undertake measurements on geo-environmental samples using ICP-MS with specialist applications as appropriate. Your key responsibilities as an Environmental Chemist will include:

- Undertaking measurements using analytical techniques for aqueous chemistry determinations.

- Processing resultant data and undertaking field collection/analysis of geo-environmental samples.

- Assisting with the management of large scale geochemical sampling programmes.

PostDoc - Clean Technologies and Environmental and Waste Management

Joint Research Centre

Sevilla, Spain

 

Description

 

The Sustainable Production and Consumption Unit has a vacancy for a post-doctoral researcher to work in the fields of clean technologies, waste management and recycling, and environmental management systems. The research will focus on the analysis of technical, environmental and economic aspects of consumption and production. It will deal with sectors such as car manufacturing, manufacture of electronic and electric equipment, food and beverage manufacturing or agriculture. The research will contribute to implementing policies such as the EU Eco-Management and Audit Scheme (EMAS), and the Waste Framework Directive. The successful candidate’s main tasks will consist of conducting, formulating and coordinating techno-economic studies, the management and monitoring of research tasks, including the interaction with stakeholders from industry and NGOs, analysis and summary of results and preparation of reports for policy makers.

 

PostDoc - Sustainable Production and Consumption

Joint Research Centre

Sevilla, Spain

 

Description

 

The Sustainable Production and Consumption Unit has a vacancy for a post-doctoral researcher to work in environmental economics. The research will focus on the analysis of environmental and economic aspects of consumption and production patterns and relevant policy implications. It will also cover the analysis of environmental policies and related regulatory instruments. The successful candidate’s main tasks will consist in the development and use of environmental economic models and in conducting, formulating and coordinating techno-economic studies, the management and monitoring of research tasks, analysis and summary of results and preparation of reports for policy makers. He/she should have an academic and professional background in environmental economics or in applied economics. He/she should have a good overview of the different environmental problems. Candidates should have a good understanding of the relationship between economy, technology, environment and consumption and production patterns as well as societal change and its policy implications. A good knowledge of EU Environmental and Sustainable Development Policies is an asset. Knowledge of quantitative methods and tools such as environmental economic models, environmentally extended input output analysis or environmental accounts is required. Candidates must hold a doctoral degree or having fulfilled all the obligations to obtain a PhD (certified by the university) or having a minimum of 5 years research experience after the first university degree giving access to doctoral studies (which may include periods of training such as a masters degree) in a field relevant to the JRC's scientific activities. A very good level of written and spoken English is essential and knowledge of at least one other EU language is compulsory.

 

Tropical Land Use/Land Cover Change

Amazon Environmental Research Institute International Program, IPAM-IP

San Francisco, USA

 

Description

 

The Amazon Environmental Research Institute International Program (IPAM-IP) is a non-profit organization that conducts research, policy analysis, and capacity‐building in support of low-emission rural development and natural resource conservation in the developing world. With offices in San Francisco, IPAM-IP acts as the international arm of the Instituto de Pesquisa Ambiental da Amazônia (IPAM), a non-governmental organization headquartered in Brazil with a seventeen year history of ecological research and sustainable development initiatives in the Amazon. For more information on IPAM International Program, please visit: www.ipam.org.br/programas/item/IPAM-IP-International-Program/8

 

IPAM-IP seeks a research assistant/associate to assist with geospatial analysis and modeling, including processing remotely sensed imagery, for research projects focused on (1) mapping and monitoring of land-use in the tropics, incorporating spatial and other data, and (2) mapping, monitoring, and modeling for policy analysis in the tropics, from local to global scales. The position requires advanced experience obtaining and processing a broad range of geospatial data, using a variety of software and geospatial tools and approaches, and the ability to manipulate large datasets and manage databases. The successful candidate will be highly motivated, show initiative, have the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, and possess the ability to continuously learn new technical skills as needed.

 

PostDoc - The Economics of Soil Biodiversity and Ecosystem

BC3 - Basque Centre for Climate Change

Bilbao, Spain

 

Description:  

 

The Basque Centre for Climate Change (BC3), offers a two year postdoctoral fellowship as part of the EU project EcoFINDERS (Ecological Function and Biodiversity Indicators in European Soils). The postdoc will contribute to a large interdisciplinary team but will focus on the economic analysis associated with the conservation of soil biodiversity and impacts on ecosystem services.  It is expected that the successful candidate will join BC3 in November 2012.

 

BC3 is looking for a postdoctoral researcher with a PhD in natural resource economics, agricultural or environmental economics and strong skills in quantitative economic analysis. The successful applicant will work on developing integrated ecological-economic models to demonstrating the value of soil biodiversity and associated ecosystem services for human wellbeing especially in risky and rapidly changing agricultural environments. Given the role of soil biodiversity for buffering climate change impacts, BC3 is strengthening this area of applied economics research. The postdoctoral researcher will collaborate closely with the Danish Centre for Environment and Energy (DCE) at Aarhus University, Denmark.

 

Field Environmental Scientist

Gardline Environmental

East Anglia, United Kingdom

 

Description  

 

Gardline Environmental Limited (GEL) is a member of the Gardline Marine Sciences Limited Group of Companies and is a successful Environmental contractor conducting major integrated offshore projects on a worldwide basis and inshore projects for major clients in the UK and overseas.

 

As a Field Environmental Scientist you will undertake environmental survey activities in a variety of locations across the world, upon a variety of different vessels. You will be involved with setting up and running marine environmental survey requirements within a specific contract, liaising closely with colleagues in technical, scientific and project management departments. This role also involves office work. On a vessel you will be responsible for operating equipment safely and correctly, to collect environmental samples from the water column and the seabed for onshore laboratory analysis without disturbing, damaging or contaminating samples in any way. There are strict protocols set that must be followed to ensure sample integrity is maintained, this includes their storage on board, despatch and recording onto log sheets. As and when required by the Party Chief, whilst offshore, you will be asked to undertake other duties such as equipment maintenance and marine mammal observations. In the office, you will be expected to process the data, working closely with the specialist Environmental reporting team to produce quality reports for our customers. You will also be involved with the processing of samples in our laboratory. Initially this role will be office based in Great Yarmouth, whilst you complete required training and familiarisation with Gardline protocols, so relocation to the area may be required. You will spend up to 120 days at sea during your first year. Alternative contracts may become available after this period in accordance with business needs.