Research Associate (Part Time, Fixed Term)

Applications are invited for a part time (14.8 hours per week) Postdoctoral Research Associate, to join work on research related to "Identifying the conditions under which forest-focused supply chain policies (FSPs) lead to improved conservation and livelihoods: a pan-tropical analysis"

Project description: Tropical forests are critical for human wellbeing through their contributions to climate stability, biodiversity conservation, food production, and rural livelihoods. Despite numerous global commitments to help conserve and restore tropical forests, these areas are disappearing faster than ever. The goal of this research is to provide major advancements in our understanding of the conditions under which forest-focused supply chain policies can lead to improved conservation and livelihoods in the tropics.

The part-time Postdoctoral scholar will be in charge of cleaning and analysing survey data from Brazil as well as managing partnerships with Brazilian collaborators and managing ongoing fieldwork in Brazil.

Your background: Applicants should hold a PhD in geography, land systems science, or a related field. Applicants are expected to have strong quantitative skills, experience conducting fieldwork in Brazil, a strong command of English, and fluency in Portuguese.

Informal inquiries may be directed to Professor Rachael Garrett by email, rg711@cam.ac.uk

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 1 years in the first instance.

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please visit: www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/39316.

Please quote reference LC35240 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

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