Research Associate in Biodiversity and Pollution Modelling

Research Associate in Biodiversity and Pollution Modelling focuses on analyse biodiversity responses to policy-induced environmental change.

What the role involves

• Analyse biodiversity responses to policy-induced environmental change.
• Develop species distribution models.
• Ability to analyse complex data and produce clear, policy-relevant insights.

Skills and requirements

• Strong experience with large, complex spatial or environmental datasets.
• Experience with species distribution modelling, causal inference methods, or environmental exposure modelling is particularly welcome.

Confirmed role details

• Contribute to the economic valuation of biodiversity outcomes within a planetary health cost-benefit framework.
• Gain access to Imperial’s sector-leading as well as opportunities for promotion and progression.
• As a member of research staff you have to use to develop your skills and explore your career prospects.
• Sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 41 days off a year and generous pension schemes).

Candidate fit

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to disseminate research findings to diverse audiences.

Additional role context

• Do you want your research to shape how we understand the ecological consequences of climate policy?
• Are you driven by data, causal rigour, and real-world impact?
• Integrate and harmonise large-scale biodiversity, environmental, and industrial emissions datasets across Europe.