Vacancy: Postdoctoral position at Cranfield University (UK)

The Risk Centre (Collaborative Centre of Excellence in Understanding and Managing Natural and Environmental Risks) is a newly-funded strategic partnership between the UK Research Councils and the UK Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra). Based at Cranfield University in Bedfordshire, UK, and working collaboratively across the remit of its funders, the Risk Centre provides a world-leading evidence base for risk-informed policy development within Defra and other Government departments. Suitable candidates from academia, consultancy or industry are sought for a postdoctoral position on Adapting to Climate Change. You will have a demonstrable track record in delivery, and possess a PhD, publication track record, and the potential to develop innovative policy support for Government. With knowledge about climate change and the surrounding issues, you will undertake research and provide expert insight in the area of Adapting to Climate Change Reporting. You will work closely with colleagues within Defra, and will spend time with the team in London. The role will draw upon the wide range of expertise available within the Risk Centre and you will be expected to also develop your own funding streams to support future work programmes.

This high profile post will deliver and disseminate influential policy-relevant research for Defra. In return, Cranfield University offers substantive opportunities for professional development and a highly effective, professional and collegiate working environment. This is a fixed term position until November 2011. Please follow this link http://www.cranfield.ac.uk/hr/jobopportunities/vacancies/page46983.jsp
for details of how to apply (closing date 19 March 2010).

For an informal discussion about this post please contact Professor Simon Pollard on s.pollard@cranfield.ac.uk or T: +44 (0)1234 754101; or Dr Sophie Rocks on s.rocks@cranfield.ac.uk or T: +44 (0)1234 750111 ext 2370; or Dr Gill Drew on g.h.drew@cranfield.ac.uk or T: +44 (0)1234 750111 ext 2718.

Gill Drew
Lecturer in Environmental Management

Course Director for MSc in Environmental Management for Business: www.cranfield.ac.uk/sas/emb/msc

Centre for Resource Management and Efficiency, Sustainable Systems, School of Applied Sciences
Cranfield University, Building 40, Cranfield, Bedfordshire MK43 0AL
( 01234 750111 x 2718 8 g.h.drew@cranfield.ac.uk

Theme Leader: Risk and Evidence
The Collaborative Centre of Excellence in Understanding and Managing Natural and Environmental Risks - The Risk Centre

www.cranfield.ac.uk/sas/risk