Research Fellow in Circular Economy Modelling

About us

Set within UCL’s Faculty of The Built Environment, The Bartlett School of Environment, Energy and Resources (BSEER) is comprised of four world-class Institutes exploring from a multidisciplinary perspective, interlinked domains of Energy, Environment, Resources and Heritage.

About the role

The Postdoctoral Research Fellow will be conducting research regarding the assessment of decarbonisation and Circular Economy transition using integrated modelling frameworks combining Material Flow Analysis, Life Cycle Assessment and macro-economic modelling. The project will explore the synergistic effects and potential trade-offs between circularity and decarbonisation pathways, both from an analytical and modelling perspective, with a focus on key sectors, such as steel, cement and plastics. The candidate will contribute to a core task of a Horizon Europe project Transience working collaboratively within a team led by Dr Teresa Domenech. The position holder will have primary responsibility for conducting the analysis and material and economic modelling in collaboration with colleagues and our European project partners. This post is available immediately and is funded for 24 months in the first instance, further funding to support the post may be available. A job description an d person specification can be accessed at the bottom of this page. If you have any queries regarding the vacancy or the application process, please contact bseer-. If you have specific questions about the role please contact Teresa Domenech, This role meets the eligibility requirements for visa sponsorship under UK Visas and Immigration legislation. Therefore, UCL welcomes applications from international applicants who require a visa.

About you

The ideal candidate is a quantitative and analytical researcher with expertise in Circular Economy and energy/ climate modelling, familiarity with data analysis and data manipulation, and a keen interest in sustainable resources, the circular economy and multi-disciplinary research. The ideal candidate has a PhD in a relevant related topic connected to Circular Economy assessment through modelling and industrial decarbonisation and has a solid quantitative background and commitment to high quality research. Previous experience in circular economy modelling is required.

What we offer

As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer some great benefits, some of which are below: • 41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave, 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days) • Additional 5 days annual leave purchase scheme • Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE) • Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan • Immigration loan • Relocation scheme for certain posts • On-site nursery • On-site gym • Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay • Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service • Discounted medical insurance Visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/rewards-and-benefits to find out more.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

As London’s Global University, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent the diversity of the world’s talent. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in UCL’s workforce. These include people from ethnic minority backgrounds; disabled people; LGBTQI+ people; and for our Grade 9 and 10 roles, women. Our department holds an Athena SWAN Silver award in recognition of our commitment and demonstrable impact in advancing gender equality.

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