Sustainability In Education Research Assistant

Keystone Employment Group LLP; London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

An innovative opportunity awaits in the realm of sustainability education! Join a dynamic team dedicated to integrating sustainable practices into bioscience curricula. This role involves conducting literature reviews, organizing workshops, and developing educational resources aimed at enhancing students' understanding of sustainability from the outset of their studies. As a part-time Sustainability in Education Research Assistant, you will play a crucial role in shaping the future of bioscience education, ensuring that students are equipped with the necessary skills for sustainable research practices. If you're passionate about sustainability and education, this is the perfect role for you!

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications required for this role.
• Experience in bioscience or chemistry practicals is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct a systematic literature review on sustainability in universities.
• Organise workshops and gather feedback on new educational resources.
• Coordinate with project leads and stakeholders.

Skills

Bioscience skills

Laboratory skills

Contamination management

Waste management

Sustainability in education

Teaching experience

Ability to work independently

Ability to meet deadlines

Job description

Background

The Sustainable Research Team and Biosciences Education Team have received funding from the Education for Sustainability team to collaborate on developing resources that embed sustainability into the bioscience undergraduate curricula.

As scientific researchers, we have an ethical responsibility to reduce the environmental impact of our work. Laboratories consume significantly more energy per square foot than office spaces, and biological and medical research contribute to global plastic waste. Currently, bioscience students at King's College London (KCL) have limited exposure to sustainable practices until advanced in their studies or careers. Integrating sustainability into the curriculum from the start will equip students with essential skills for sustainable research practices.

Role Overview

Part of this project budget is allocated to hire a Sustainability in Education Research Assistant to support key tasks up to 8 hours per week. Please ensure you have your supervisor's support, as working hours are typically Monday to Friday, 9 am to 6 pm.

Responsibilities

1. Write a systematic literature review on how sustainability has been integrated into other universities.
2. Organise and host an away day with module and programme leads, technical staff, and stakeholders to identify where to embed new content and analyse outcomes.
3. Develop initial resources for years 1, 2, and 3 and gather student feedback on content and delivery.
4. Organise and host a final workshop demonstrating the use of new resources with academic and technical staff.
5. Coordinate with the project lead, Dr Marcelo Salierno, the Sustainability Innovation Lead (Research).

Qualifications

None required.

Skills

Knowledge:
Essential: Bioscience and laboratory skills, including understanding of contamination and waste management.
Desirable: Knowledge of embedding sustainability in bioscience education.

Experience:
Essential: Experience or teaching in bioscience or chemistry laboratory practicals.

Skills:
Essential: Ability to work independently and use initiative.
Essential: Ability to meet tight deadlines within a 6-month project timeframe.