Postdoctoral Research Associate (Tropical Palaeoecology)

Job title:

Postdoctoral Research Associate (Tropical Palaeoecology)

Company

University of Exeter

Job description

Faculty of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences (HASS)This UKRI funded, full time post is available from 1st February 2025 to 31st January 2027 to support the work of Prof. Mark Robinson in relation to the projectWe welcome applications from candidates interested in working part-time hours or job-sharing arrangements.The postThe successful applicant will conduct palaeoecological (pollen) analysis of sediment samples from a Belizean tropical forest.You will contribute to cross-disciplinary research integrating a range of state-of-the-art techniques in archaeology, archaeobotany, palaeoclimate, remote sensing, botany, and plant DNA to investigate the long-term human legacy on a tropical forest in Belize. The context ranges from initial peopling of the region in the Late Pleistocene, through agricultural adoption, the rise and fall of an ancient Maya centre, and the subsequent 1000 years of forest succession.You will have a strong palaeoecology background to contribute to understanding changing human-environment-climate dynamics since the Late Pleistocene to today. Palaeoecological laboratory training (especially pollen) and statistical analytical skills are highly desirable. You will be responsible for writing up research for publication, liaising with the wider international project team, and presenting research at international and project meetings.About youYou will:

• be able to present information on research progress and outcomes, communicate complex information, orally, in writing and electronically and prepare proposals and applications to external bodies
• possess a relevant PhD (or nearing completion) or possess an equivalent qualification/experience in a related field of study
• able to demonstrate sufficient knowledge in the discipline and of research methods and techniques to work within established research programmes
• be able to process, identify, graph, and interpret pollen (preferably from Neotropical contexts), and have an understanding of forest ecology

Please ensure you read the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of this role.What we can offer you

• Freedom (and the support) to pursue your intellectual interests and to work creatively across disciplines to produce internationally exciting research
• Support teams that understand the University wide research and teaching goals and partner with our academics accordingly
• An Innovation, Impact and Business directorate that works closely with our academics providing specialist support for external engagement and development
• Our Exeter Academic initiative supporting high performing academics to achieve their potential and develop their career
• A multitude of staff benefits including sector leading benefits around

(up to 26wks full pay), Paternity leave (up to 6wks full pay), and a Fertility Treatment Policy * A beautiful campus set in the heart of stunning heart of DevonOur Equality, Diversity and Inclusion CommitmentWe are committed to ensuring are available for interviews and workplaces.Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our working community.With over 30,000 students and 7,000 staff from 150 different countries we offer a diverse and engaging environment where our diversity is celebrated and valued as a major strength. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where all members of our community are supported to thrive; where diverse voices are heard through our engagement with evidence-based charter frameworks for gender (Athena SWAN and Project Juno for Physics), race equality (Race Equality Charter Mark), LGBTQ+ inclusion (Stonewall Diversity Champion) and as a Disability Confident employer.We are proud signatories of the and welcome applications from service people.The University of ExeterWe are a member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-intensive universities and in the top 200 universities in the world (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024 and QS World University Ranking 2024). We combine world-class teaching with world-class research, achieving a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework Award 2023, underpinned by Gold ratings for Student Experience and Student Outcomes.Our world-leading research impact has grown more than any other Russell Group university in recent years, and we are home to some of the world’s most influential researchers, seeking to answer some of the most fundamental issues facing humankind today. More than 99 percent of our research is of international quality and 47 percent is world-leading (2021 Research Excellence Framework).We encourage proactive engagement with industry, business and community partners to enhance the impact of research and education and improve the employability of our students. Read about our world leading research – and how we are for a changing world. We are located in a beautiful part of the country and Exeter (a fast growing tech hub) is one of only a few UK cities to have been designated as aFurther informationFor an informal discussion about the role, please contact Mark Robinson,Job title Postdoctoral Research Associate (Tropical Palaeoecology) Job reference Q00714 Date posted 13/12/2024 Application closing date 06/01/2025 Location Exeter Salary The starting salary will be from £33,882 on Grade E depending on qualifications and experience. Package Generous holiday allowances, flexible working, pension scheme and relocation package (if applicable). Contractual hours 36.5 Basis Full-time Job category/type Research Attachments Job descriptionFaculty of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences (HASS)This UKRI funded, full time post is available from 1st February 2025 to 31st January 2027 to support the work of Prof. Mark Robinson in relation to the projectWe welcome applications from candidates interested in working part-time hours or job-sharing arrangements.The postThe successful applicant will conduct palaeoecological (pollen) analysis of sediment samples from a Belizean tropical forest.You will contribute to cross-disciplinary research integrating a range of state-of-the-art techniques in archaeology, archaeobotany, palaeoclimate, remote sensing, botany, and plant DNA to investigate the long-term human legacy on a tropical forest in Belize. The context ranges from initial peopling of the region in the Late Pleistocene, through agricultural adoption, the rise and fall of an ancient Maya centre, and the subsequent 1000 years of forest succession.You will have a strong palaeoecology background to contribute to understanding changing human-environment-climate dynamics since the Late Pleistocene to today. Palaeoecological laboratory training (especially pollen) and statistical analytical skills are highly desirable. You will be responsible for writing up research for publication, liaising with the wider international project team, and presenting research at international and project meetings.About youYou will:

• be able to present information on research progress and outcomes, communicate complex information, orally, in writing and electronically and prepare proposals and applications to external bodies
• possess a relevant PhD (or nearing completion) or possess an equivalent qualification/experience in a related field of study
• able to demonstrate sufficient knowledge in the discipline and of research methods and techniques to work within established research programmes
• be able to process, identify, graph, and interpret pollen (preferably from Neotropical contexts), and have an understanding of forest ecology

Please ensure you read the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of this role.What we can offer you

• Freedom (and the support) to pursue your intellectual interests and to work creatively across disciplines to produce internationally exciting research
• Support teams that understand the University wide research and teaching goals and partner with our academics accordingly
• An Innovation, Impact and Business directorate that works closely with our academics providing specialist support for external engagement and development
• Our Exeter Academic initiative supporting high performing academics to achieve their potential and develop their career
• A multitude of staff benefits including sector leading benefits around

(up to 26wks full pay), Paternity leave (up to 6wks full pay), and a Fertility Treatment Policy * A beautiful campus set in the heart of stunning heart of DevonOur Equality, Diversity and Inclusion CommitmentWe are committed to ensuring are available for interviews and workplaces.Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our working community.With over 30,000 students and 7,000 staff from 150 different countries we offer a diverse and engaging environment where our diversity is celebrated and valued as a major strength. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where all members of our community are supported to thrive; where diverse voices are heard through our engagement with evidence-based charter frameworks for gender (Athena SWAN and Project Juno for Physics), race equality (Race Equality Charter Mark), LGBTQ+ inclusion (Stonewall Diversity Champion) and as a Disability Confident employer.We are proud signatories of the and welcome applications from service people.The University of ExeterWe are a member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-intensive universities and in the top 200 universities in the world (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024 and QS World University Ranking 2024). We combine world-class teaching with world-class research, achieving a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework Award 2023, underpinned by Gold ratings for Student Experience and Student Outcomes.Our world-leading research impact has grown more than any other Russell Group university in recent years, and we are home to some of the world’s most influential researchers, seeking to answer some of the most fundamental issues facing humankind today. More than 99 percent of our research is of international quality and 47 percent is world-leading (2021 Research Excellence Framework).We encourage proactive engagement with industry, business and community partners to enhance the impact of research and education and improve the employability of our students. Read about our world leading research – and how we are for a changing world. We are located in a beautiful part of the country and Exeter (a fast growing tech hub) is one of only a few UK cities to have been designated as a

Expected salary

£33882 per year

Location

Exeter

Job date

Sun, 22 Dec 2024 07:00:05 GMT

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