"Research Fellow in Sustainable Production and Consumption"

This role will be based on the university campus, with scope for it to be undertaken in a hybrid manner. We are also open to discussing flexible working arrangements.

Are you an ambitious researcher looking to achieve both novel research outputs and policy impacts in the field of energy and climate? Are you keen to bridge the gap between research and policy? Do you want to further your career in one of the UK’s leading research-intensive Universities?

This role involves undertaking research on sustainable production and consumption patterns for a jointly funded project by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) and the Department of Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ). The research project entitled, “Production and Consumption Transformations” will explore the alignment of the UK’s industrial strategy, and resource consumption policies with both short term and long-term climate targets. With DESNZ funding 40% of the project, you will work directly with senior policy makers delivering actionable insights that can lead to real policy change.

You will join a team with a strong history of applied research in the areas of production and consumption. You will be required to use a range of both quantitative and qualitative research methods and apply a strong interdisciplinary approach to the research. You will display a strong commitment to applied interdisciplinary research, work effectively in a team environment, show commitment to addressing the climate crisis while also demonstrating a strong background in communicating evidence and insights to multiple stakeholders.

Please note that this post may be suitable for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route but first-time applicants might need to qualify for salary concessions. For more information please visit: www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa.

For research and academic posts, we will consider eligibility under the Global Talent visa. For more information please visit: https://www.gov.uk/global-talent.

What we offer in return

26 days holiday plus approx. 16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – That’s 42 days a year!

Generous pension scheme plus life assurance – The University contributes 14.5% of salary.

Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.

Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team.

Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.

And much more!

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:

Professor John Barrett

Email: j.r.barrett@leeds.ac.uk