Post-Doc: Upland Pollutant Deposition Research Lead

University of Manchester; Manchester; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pension

29 days annual leave

Ride to work

EV car scheme

Job summary

University of Manchester is seeking a Post-Doctoral Research Associate to lead field experiments and analyse nitrogen deposition data in upland ecosystems. You will collaborate with CEH Edinburgh, Exeter, Environment Agency and Met Office to advance understanding and modelling of pollutant deposition in Scotland and northern England.

The role requires strong field measurement skills, data interpretation, and the ability to publish high-quality findings with partners across institutions.

Qualifications

• PhD in environmental science or related field.
• Experience with field measurements and multi-partner collaborations.
• Ability to interpret complex data and publish results.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate setup and delivery of field experiments.
• Analyse measurement data and publish outcomes.
• Identify new research questions and collaboration opportunities.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary researchers and partners.
• Build relationships with project partners and Met Office.

Skills

Air pollution measurement

Field measurements

Data analysis

Scientific writing

Education

PhD in environmental science

Tools

Lab instrumentation

Data analysis software

Job description

University of Manchester is seeking a Post-Doctoral Research Associate to lead field experiments and analyse nitrogen deposition data in upland ecosystems. You will collaborate with CEH Edinburgh, Exeter, Environment Agency and Met Office to advance understanding and modelling of pollutant deposition in Scotland and northern England.

The role requires strong field measurement skills, data interpretation, and the ability to publish high-quality findings with partners across institutions.