Data Technician (Green Futures Solutions)

TN United Kingdom; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to reducing environmental impact through data-driven insights. This full-time Data Technician role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with the University of Exeter and partners on a project aimed at helping businesses understand their CO2 emissions. With a focus on data accuracy and management, you will play a crucial role in developing emissions data collection templates and ensuring data realism. Enjoy a hybrid working environment that combines campus presence with flexible home working options, all while contributing to meaningful environmental change.

Benefits

41 days leave per year

Flexible working options

Discounts at leading retailers

Onsite gyms and cycle schemes

Sector-leading family leave policies

Stunning campuses in Exeter and Cornwall

Qualifications

• Experience in managing and analyzing data related to environmental impact.
• Strong attention to detail for ensuring data accuracy and relevance.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accuracy and relevance of collected data for CO2 emissions.
• Develop and improve emissions data collection templates.

Skills

Data Management

Data Analysis

Environmental Impact Assessment

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science or related field

Tools

Data Collection Software

Statistical Analysis Tools

Job description

Data Technician (Green Futures Solutions), Cornwall

Client: University of Exeter

Location: Cornwall, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: c743a601e3aa

Job Views: 6

Posted: 05.05.2025

Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

Job Description

This full-time post is based in Penryn, Cornwall, available immediately on a fixed-term basis funded by grant income until 31 March 2025, with potential for extension depending on future plans for the Geo-resources cluster. The role offers hybrid working—some time on campus, at local company offices, and occasionally from home.

Summary of the role

The post is within the Exeter Innovation division, working closely with colleagues in the Faculty of Environment, Science and Economy, including the Business School. This is an exciting opportunity to collaborate with the University of Exeter and partners Konnect for Business on a major project funded by the Shared Prosperity Fund in Cornwall, focusing on helping organizations understand and reduce their environmental impact. Building on the University’s renowned climate expertise, the role primarily involves leading data and information related to clients' CO2 emissions.

The Data Technician will:

• Ensure the accuracy and relevance of collected data
• Manage and collate data for diverse interpretative needs

Key responsibilities include developing and improving emissions data collection templates, ensuring data realism and accuracy, developing estimation methods where appropriate, and collating data in an understandable manner.

We welcome applications from candidates interested in part-time work or job-sharing arrangements.

Please read the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of this role.

About Konnect for Business

Konnect for Business is a key partner on this project, providing pragmatic business support and solutions. They possess extensive experience and understanding of the challenges faced by businesses in Cornwall.

About the University of Exeter

As a member of the Russell Group, we rank among the top 200 universities worldwide (Times Higher Education and QS Rankings 2024). We combine exceptional teaching with impactful research, holding a Gold rating in the TEF 2023, with over 99% of research rated of international quality. Our research, including Green Futures, addresses fundamental global issues, and we are located in a vibrant, UNESCO Creative City.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

We ensure reasonable adjustments for interviews and workplaces. We value diversity and encourage applications from underrepresented groups. Our community includes over 30,000 students and 7,000 staff from 150 countries, and we are committed to an inclusive environment supported by various equality initiatives.

We are signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome service personnel applications.

Benefits

• 41 days leave per year
• Flexible working options
• Discounts at leading retailers
• Onsite gyms and cycle schemes
• Sector-leading family leave policies
• Stunning campuses in Exeter and Cornwall