Water Quality Data Scientist - Applied Environmental Research

Cardiff University; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

45 days annual leave

Local pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Other travel initiatives

Annual increments within the pay scale

Living Wage supporter

Job summary

Cardiff University is seeking a Research Associate in Water Quality and Environmental Data Science to lead research on taste and odour risks in drinking water reservoirs, collaborating with major UK water companies. You will apply environmental data science, modelling and network analysis to advance understanding of water quality and algal dynamics, develop proposals, and publish high-quality outputs.

The role includes project management, supervising students, and engaging stakeholders to build

Responsibilities

• Lead research on taste and odour risks in drinking water reservoirs.
• Apply environmental data science, modelling and network analysis to advance understanding of water quality and algal dynamics.
• Develop research proposals and publish high-quality outputs.
• Collaborate with academic and industry partners.
• Contribute to project management and student supervision.
• Engage with stakeholders and build research networks.

Job description

Cardiff University is seeking a Research Associate in Water Quality and Environmental Data Science to lead research on taste and odour risks in drinking water reservoirs, collaborating with major UK water companies. You will apply environmental data science, modelling and network analysis to advance understanding of water quality and algal dynamics, develop proposals, and publish high-quality outputs.

The role includes project management, supervising students, and engaging stakeholders to build