Associate Researcher

Faculty of Science

School of Environmental Sciences

Research Associate

Salary on appointment will be £31,236 per annum

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Research Associate to join the School of Environmental Sciences to conduct studies on quantifying fossil fuel CO2 using atmospheric measurements.

As a Research Associate you will contribute to the EU-funded PARIS project ("Process Attribution of Regional Emissions") by analysing and interpreting data, writing up the results and presenting information on research progress and outcomes.

You will have a graduate level qualification, equivalent qualification or experience and be able to work in a proactive and results driven manner in a high paced environment. You will also have strong interpersonal and communication skills, the ability to analyse and interpret data and work effectively as part of a team. Advanced skills directly relating to this research area and previous research experience would be advantageous.

This full-time post is available from August 2026 on a fixed term basis for 5 months.

UEA offers a variety of flexible working options and although this role is advertised on a full-time basis, we encourage applications from individuals who would prefer a flexible working pattern including annualised hours, compressed working hours, part time, job share, term-time only and/or hybrid working. Details of preferred hours should be stated in the personal statement and will be discussed further at interview.

• 44 days annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays and University Customary days.
• Family and Work-life balance policies including hybrid working and considerable maternity, paternity, shared parental leave and adoption leave.
• Generous pension scheme with life cover for dependants, plus incapacity cover.
• Health and Wellbeing: discounted access to Sportspark facilities, relaxation rooms, 320 acres of rolling parkland, wellbeing walks, Wellbeing Ambassador network, on-campus medical centre including NHS Dentist, Occupational Health and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
• Campus Facilities: Sportspark, library, nursery, supermarket, post office, bars and catering outlets.
• Exclusive shopping discounts to help cut the cost of household bills, childcare salary sacrifice scheme, Cycle to Work scheme and public transport discounts.
• Personal Development: unlimited access to Linked In Learning courses, specialist advice and training from our Organisational Development and Professional Learning Team.

Closing date: 5 June 2026

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