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Vacancy: Researcher, Centre for Mountain Studies

Vacancy: Researcher, Centre for Mountain Studies

Vacancy: Researcher, Centre for Mountain Studies

Researcher, Centre for Mountain Studies
Full Time, Fixed Term for 22 Months
35 hours per week
Salary: £33,920 - £38,637 (Pay Award Pending)

Closing Date: 23:45 on Tuesday 13 February 2024
Interview Date: Wednesday 28 February 2024

An opportunity has arisen to join our vibrant research team at the Centre for Mountain Studies - UHI Perth (CMS). We are looking for a Researcher to support our ongoing research projects and to contribute to knowledge exchange activities including the organisation of stakeholder meetings and conferences. The post holder will also be expected to contribute to teaching activities on our online MSc Sustainable Mountain Development which will include teaching on modules, marking and dissertation supervision.

The successful applicant will have research expertise in applied and interdisciplinary research relevant to sustainable development in rural, upland and mountain areas and have research interests aligned with the Centre’s key research themes as outlined on our website. We seek a candidate with skills in participatory and community development approaches, and excellent knowledge of ecosystem function, biodiversity conservation and the biophysical and social aspects of land use.

In addition to contributions to ongoing activities at CMS, the successful applicant will be expected to identify and apply for suitable grant funding opportunities and will receive encouragement and support to develop their own research interests and profile.

The post holder should be prepared to travel within the UK to conduct periods of field work and will also be able to attend relevant international events and conferences.

Informal enquiries about this post may be directed to Dr Rosalind Bryce, Director of the Centre for Mountain Studies: rosalind.bryce.perth@uhi.ac.uk

Full details and application process: Researcher | UHI Perth Careers (ciphr-irecruit.com)