Senior Lecturer/Lecturer

The School of Biological Sciences is seeking to appoint an Academic at Senior Lecturer or Lecturer level to the Gibson Institute. This post will conduct research in the economics/finance of the environment, agri-food, behaviour, or health to contribute to the Belfast Region City Deal (BRCD), and wider Regional Growth Deals in Northern Ireland.

In particular, this post will foster collaboration with the Global Innovation Institute (GII), by working on large data sets on the economics or finance of health and or agri-food to find solutions that deliver healthier lives for citizens, underpin the scientific integrity of the Northern Ireland Green Deal, and benefit the economy and society locally, by driving the 10x Economy in Northern Ireland, and globally, by assessing the costs and the benefits of different strategies to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions.

The position, situated within the School of Biological Sciences and the Institute for Global Food Security, will collaborate with researchers at the Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute (AFBI) as part of the QUB – AFBI Alliance and with key stakeholders in food security, agriculture, the environment or health. These positions will play a vital role in interdisciplinary teaching, contributing to undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PGT) programs within the School of Biological Sciences. Their expertise will span various domains, including leadership, the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, environmental management, environmental assessment, economics, and life cycle analysis.

By imparting their knowledge in these areas, the post will help nurture the skills of future generations who will serve as stewards of the environment, and experts in land use and agri-food. This investment in education aligns with our commitment to addressing pressing global challenges, fostering sustainability, and nurturing a new breed of professionals equipped to make a difference in the world, as well as contributing to the 10x Economy for Northern Ireland.

The appointee is expected to broaden the School and Institutes research capabilities whilst complementing our existing strengths.

The Job details below are for the Lecturer role. If you consider that you meet the requirement for this role, we look forward to receiving your application. However, if you feel your experience is more suitable for a Senior Lecturer role, we will also consider your application.

About the person:

• Honours degree or equivalent in Biological Sciences/Environmental Management/Economics or an area relevant to the job purpose.
• PhD or equivalent in an area relevant to the job purpose.
• A minimum of 2 years post-doctoral research experience in a relevant field which complements the research priorities of the School and the Institute for Global Food Security.
• A record of high-quality publications at an international level of excellence in internationally recognised journals as appropriate for stage of career.
• Evidence of developing research methodologies, models, approaches and techniques that will advance the research goals of the School & IGFS.
• Relevant Teaching experience at University level (commensurate with stage of career).

To be successful at shortlisting stage, please ensure you clearly evidence in your application how you meet the essential and, where applicable, desirable criteria listed in the Candidate Information document on our website.

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