PhD: Cities Climate Strategy & Resource Analytics

International Society for Industrial Ecology; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic institution in the UK is offering a fully funded PhD opportunity focused on developing climate change strategies and assessing their impacts on natural resources. The successful candidate will work closely with cities like Newcastle and will become proficient in innovative tools for analyzing GHG emissions and resource use. Experience in natural and social sciences is essential for this role, which strives to effectively mitigate climate change while managing local resources.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills to assess climate impacts.
• Experience with natural and social science tools.
• Ability to collaborate with Local Authorities.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate the impact of climate change strategies on resources.
• Develop assessment methodologies using LCA and MFA.
• Conduct strategy analysis and emission accounting.

Skills

GHG accounting methodologies

Geospatial tools

Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)

Material Flow Analysis (MFA)

Education

Relevant Master's degree

Job description

A leading academic institution in the UK is offering a fully funded PhD opportunity focused on developing climate change strategies and assessing their impacts on natural resources. The successful candidate will work closely with cities like Newcastle and will become proficient in innovative tools for analyzing GHG emissions and resource use. Experience in natural and social sciences is essential for this role, which strives to effectively mitigate climate change while managing local resources.