Faculty of Environment, Science & Economy
The post
This UKRI funded post is available immediately for just under 3 years (until 4th Sept 2025). The successful applicant will undertake interdisciplinary analysis of the consequences of the wider land use change associated with the introduction of new agricultural production technology in the UK, as part of a large multidisciplinary project (Transformational blueprint for a blue economy on UK terrestrial farms: integrating sustainable shrimp production in a changing agricultural landscape)’, within the UKRI’s Transforming UK Food Systems Strategic Priorities Fund (SPF) Programme.
The successful applicant will work with agricultural economics colleagues who are examining the economics of such systems, and relate this information to variation in the environment, to highlight those areas with high economic suitability for such production systems. The research will then assess how such production systems directly affect the environmental characteristics of the farms. In particular the shift from conventional animal protein production (e.g. beef and lamb grazing) alters the greenhouse gas emission profiles of farms. The indirect environmental impacts of the introduction of such systems will also be investigated.
About you
The successful applicant will be able to present information on research progress and outcomes, communicate complex information, orally, in writing and electronically and prepare proposals and applications to external bodies.
Applicants will possess a relevant PhD or possess an equivalent qualification/experience in a related field of study and be able to demonstrate sufficient knowledge in the discipline and of research methods and techniques to work within established research programmes. Applicants will be able to synthesise target sensor molecules in high purity, in a diligent and timely manner, and conduct thorough binding studies to produce reliable and reproducible data.
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What we can offer you
The University of Exeter
We are a member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-intensive universities and in the top 150 universities in the world (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2022 and QS World University Ranking 2022). We combine world-class teaching with world-class research, achieving a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework Award 2017.
Our research income in recent years means we’re the fastest growing UK Research University with some of the world’s most influential scientists, and we seek to answer some of the most fundamental issues facing humankind today through this. 98% of our research is of international quality (2014 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
With over 27,000 students and 6,400 staff from 180 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), race equality (Race Equality Charter Mark), LGBTQ+ inclusion (Stonewall Diversity Champion) and as a Disability Confident employer. Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our working community. Reasonable adjustments are available for interviews and workplaces.
For further information please contact Prof. Ian Bateman, e-mail i.bateman@exeter.ac.uk.