Research Fellow (Post Doctoral) - School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Science - 107637 - Grade 7

Job Description Position Details School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Science Location: University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham UK Full time starting salary is normally in the range £36,636 to £46,049 with potential progression once in post to £48,822 Grade: 7 Part Time (18.75 hours per week) Fixed Term contract up to July 2028 Closing date: 13th August 2026 Background: The postholder will contribute to the UKRI-funded project Entrepreneurship, Art and Science for Environmental Sustainability (EASE), an interdisciplinary research programme integrating environmental science, creative practice and entrepreneurial approaches to develop innovative climate communication tools. Role Summary: The post holder will undertake interdisciplinary research at the interface of environmental science, spatial data analysis, and climate communication. They will contribute to the collection, analysis and interpretation of environmental and geospatial data (including GIS and/or drone-based methods), and support its translation into innovative, publicly engaged outputs. Main Duties: • Collect, manage and analyse environmental and geospatial datasets using appropriate methods (e.g. GIS, remote sensing, drone-based survey). • Develop spatial data visualisations and maps within the EASE framework. • Collaborate with interdisciplinary researchers, artists, and community partners. Qualifications: • First degree and PhD (or near completion) in Environmental Science, Geography, Earth Sciences, GIS, or related field. • Experience working with environmental and geospatial datasets (GIS, remote sensing, drone surveys).