Research Scientist (Post-Doctoral Researcher) in GIS and Digital Solutions for Environmental Systems

Description of Post

Fixed Purpose Contract until 1^st September 2025

The appointed researcher will be contributing in carrying out the assigned tasks on two research projects (SCORE and EmpowerUS).

EmpowerUs will develop an adaptive transformation mechanism via on a network of six Transition Coastal Labs (TCLs) across all EU coastal regions. Recognising that no one solution will address the myriad of challenges coastal communities face, the EmpowerUs transformation mechanism will be adaptive and based on a multi-actor transdisciplinary approach. The project will cocreate, pilot and evaluate Tailored Empowerment Programmes that include a portfolio of social innovation and Nature-Based Solutions. By facilitating capacity building through improved understanding of challenges, barriers and enablers of change and increasing Ocean Literacy through nature connectedness and cultural heritage, EmpowerUs will support social innovation and self-sustaining communities.

The overall aim of SCORE is to design, develop, monitor and validate robust adaptation measures in coastal and low-lying areas to protect them from increasing climate and sea level risks, including coastal flooding and erosion, to enhance their overall long-term resilience.

Essential Qualifications

• Relevant PhD in the area of Environmental Statistics and Modelling, Environmental Sciences, Environmental Engineering or any related disciplines.
• Relevant publications in peer-reviewed international journals and grant writing experience.
• Experience in digital solutions for environmental systems
• Excellent skills in GIS visualisation and programming
• Excellent coding skills in at least one coding language
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

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