Research Fellow in Climate and Hydrological Impact Modelling

Coventry University Group – Centre for Agroecology, Water and Resilience (CAWR)

Full Time, Fixed Term for 1 year until 28/ February 2027

Our Mission

Coventry University Group is a global education group with a mission of Creating Better Futures. We are driven by our passionate belief in the transformational power of education and research to enable and empower our students, colleagues and partners and to improve the world around them. Our people are key to our success and each role contributes to the Group’s ongoing progress in communities around the world.

An ambitious and innovative university, our research is designed to have real-world impact on society and tackle global challenges through our 16 challenge-led, interdisciplinary research centres. We enable high performing research teams and future research leaders to thrive and make an impact locally, regionally, nationally, and globally.

The Role

As Research Fellow within the Centre for Agroecology, Water and Resilience (CAWR) you will undertake and play a lead role in the development of impactful research and consultancy activity. Developing and identifying new research objectives, proposals, and impact activities for your own or joint research, while contributing to REF impact rated nationally/internationally excellent.

You will apply innovative research methods and extend the research portfolio including the publication of your research results and outcomes. Building internal and external networks for the exchange of information and future collaboration, sharing information, and identifying potential sources of funds will play a key part of this role.

Contributing to teaching, learning and development programmes as appropriate, you will use research findings to inform curriculum development while assisting in the development of student research skills.

Qualifications Required

PhD in climate or hydrological sciences, or professional experience equivalent to a PhD demonstrating an ability to carry-out independent research with a 1st Class/2.1 Degree in PhD in climate or hydrological sciences.

Our Successful Candidate

We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Research Fellow with demonstrable expert knowledge and understanding of hydroclimate, climate and hydrological modelling, computer programming – including experience contributing to the innovation and development of the field. An advanced knowledge of research methods and techniques with demonstratable adherence to all regulations, you will have the ability to develop research objectives, projects, and proposals for own and joint research.

Research sufficient to write up research and produce excellent, high-quality publications in high profile peer reviewed journals and present at national/international events, you will be committed to working collaboratively on research development, delivery and dissemination including interdisciplinary or cross-disciplinary research, public engagement, and knowledge exchange.

You will have previous experience of active involvement in research at university level, with advanced knowledge of research methods and techniques used in climate and hydrological sciences (e.g., advanced knowledge of R, Python and other high-level programming languages, advances knowledge of climate and hydrological modelling).

The Benefits

Along with a competitive salary we offer an industry leading Rewards and Benefits package which includes:

• Excellent Employers Pension Contribution
• 30 days Annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• New Holiday Purchase Scheme up to 5 additional days
• BUPA Cash Plan
• 50% off Tuition Fee’s for staff dependants
• CU Reward Scheme – Discounts across a range of High Street/ Online Retailers
• New Electric Car Scheme
• Cycle To Work scheme

Our Culture

As a global Education Group, equality, diversity, and inclusion are embedded within the fabric of our organisation and are a key focus of our core values. We harness the power and potential of the diverse cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences of our students, colleagues, and partners to create opportunities for all.

Application Closing Date: 30th January 2026.

Location:CoventrySalary:£38,249 to £48,148Hours:Full TimeContract Type:Fixed-Term/ContractPlaced On:12th December 2025Closes:30th January 2026Job Ref:3139