Research Technician

Technical Services

INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY

This new, part-time post is available immediately on a fixed-term basis for 3 years.

Summary of the role

This post is available immediately on a fixed term basis for 3 years. It is based within the Centre for Resilience in Environment, Water and Waste (CREWW), Streatham Campus. The faculty wishes to recruit a Research Technician to support the work of Professor Richard Brazier, Dr Alan Puttock and Dr Diego Panici

The research project affords a unique opportunity to work with, and learn from, an experienced team utilising cutting edge methods to monitor and quantify the impact of Natural Flood Management (NFM) interventions across Devon as part of the Devon Resilience Impact Project (DRIP). The candidate will help undertake field-based monitoring, collecting and interpreting data used to inform and quantify the impact of different NFM interventions. This will involve working with colleagues using existing methods and workflows to deliver high quality hydrological monitoring outputs. The role will involve both field and desk-based analysis and all necessary training will be provided.

Applicants will possess a 2:1 degree (or higher) or relevant equivalent experience in environmental science, geography, ecology or a related subject and be able to demonstrate knowledge of terrestrial ecosystems, hydrology and field-based research methods and techniques. Ideally, the candidate will be able to work with GIS and geospatial analysis, although not essential. Applicants must demonstrate a track-record of fieldwork skills and an ability to work well both individually and as a team, and an ability to engage with project partners is essential.

For further information please contact Dr Alan Puttock, e-mail [email protected] or Dr Diego Panici, e-mail [email protected]

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The University of Exeter

We are a member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-intensive universities and in the top 200 universities in the world (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024 and QS World University Ranking 2024).  We combine world-class teaching with world-class research, achieving a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework Award 2023, underpinned by Gold ratings for Student Experience and Student Outcomes.

Our world-leading research impact has grown more than any other Russell Group university in recent years, and we are home to some of the world’s most influential researchers, seeking to answer some of the most fundamental issues facing humankind today.  More than 99% of our research is of international quality and 47% is world-leading (2021 Research Excellence Framework).

We encourage proactive engagement with industry, business and community partners to enhance the impact of research and education and improve the employability of our students. Read about our world leading research – Green Futures and how we are transforming education for a changing world. We are located in a beautiful part of the country and Exeter (a fast growing tech hub) is one of only a few UK cities to have been designated as a UNESCO Creative City

Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Commitment

We are committed to ensuring reasonable adjustments are available for interviews and workplaces.

Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our working community. 

With over 30,000 students and 7,000 staff from 150 different countries we offer a diverse and engaging environment where our diversity is celebrated and valued as a major strength. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where all members of our community are supported to thrive; where diverse voices are heard through our engagement with evidence-based charter frameworks for gender (Athena SWAN and Project Juno for Physics), race equality (Race Equality Charter Mark), LGBTQ+ inclusion (Stonewall Diversity Champion) and as a Disability Confident employer.

Benefits

We offer some fantastic benefits including:

• 39 days leave per year
• options for flexible working
• numerous discounts at leading retailers
• onsite gyms on all of our campus’ and a cycle to work scheme
• sector leading policies around maternity, adoption and shared parental leave (up to 26 weeks full pay), paternity leave (up to six weeks full pay) and a Fertility Treatment Policy
• stunning campus environments in Exeter and Cornwall, in the beautiful South West of England

CREWW is proud to have a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment and impact to providing equality of opportunity and advancing the representation of women in STEM/M subjects.  Our Inspiring Stories tell you more about how we support our staff, including through a mentoring programme to help our staff learn from the professional and life experience of colleagues and explore opportunities and actions for career progression. 

The University of Exeter is a proud supporter of the Technician Commitment, a charter focussing on the visibility, recognition and career development of our technical staff. For further information please see our website.