Research Fellow - University of Warwick, United Kingdom - University of Warwick

University of Warwick
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Full Time, Fixed Term Contract Until 30/06/2026 (or 39 months from appointment assuming a start date of 01/04/2023).


You will be part of a multidisciplinary team composed of researchers from University of Warwick, Queen's University Belfast, James Hutton Institute and Centre for Ecology and Hydrology, taking a multidimensional approach to quantify the impact of anthropogenic nutrient imbalance (nitrogen and phosphorus) on carbon flux from freshwater lakes.

This post is based at University of Warwick under the supervision of Professor Yin Chen but will work closely with a postdoctoral research fellow at Queen's University Belfast under the supervision of Dr Deepak Kumaresan, as well as Senior Research Scientists at the James Hutton Institute and Centre for Ecology and Hydrology.


Interview date:
TBC.


JOB PURPOSE


Undertake research in order to support the work of the department and develop and enhance its reputation, both internally and externally.

Assist the Project Leader and, where appropriate, project collaborators in the successful execution of the project.


DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITES

RESEARCH:


  • Help establish a sound research base within the department in order to assist the development of research objectives and proposals for own or joint research.
  • Conduct individual and collaborative research projects.
  • To publish research outcomes in appropriate journals of international standing and to publish and disseminate the result of research to other reputable outlets.
  • May present information on research progress and outcomes to bodies supervising research, e.g. steering groups.
  • May contribute to the preparation of papers for steering groups and other bodies.
  • Communicate complex information (orally and in writing) and material of a specialist or highly technical nature.
  • Continually update own knowledge and understanding in field or specialism.

TEACHING AND LEARNING SUPPORT:


  • Could be expected to contribute to the teaching and learning programmes in the department.
  • Assist in the supervision of student projects and the development of student research skills.
  • May be involved in the assessment of student knowledge and supervision of projects.

ADMINISTRATION AND OTHER ACTIVITIES:


  • May be required to attend departmental meetings and to participate (where necessary) in other committees and working groups within the department, the faculty and the University.
  • Ensure compliance with health and safety in all aspects of work.
  • Work within budget constraints.


The duties and responsibilities outlined are not intended to be an exhaustive list but provide guidance on the main aspects of the job.

You will be required to be flexible in your duties.
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