Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Quick answer
University of Exeter's Global Systems Institute is hiring a full-time Postdoctoral Research Fellow (Exeter, UK) with a starting salary of £43,482 to work on ESA-funded projects monitoring Earth system tipping points.
- Role
- Postdoctoral Research Fellow
- Organization
- University of Exeter - Global Systems Institute
- Location
- Exeter
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- From £43,482 (The starting salary will be from £43,482 on Grade F, depending on knowledge, skills and experience.)
- Category
- Research & Evaluation
The role
The Global Systems Institute at the University of Exeter is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to work on ESA-funded research projects on Earth observation for monitoring Earth system tipping points.
What you'll do
- Conduct research on early warning signals for terrestrial tipping points
- Analyze large environmental/climate datasets
- Support project management and reporting
- Prepare progress reports and deliverables
- Review and synthesize scientific literature
- Support community consultation activities
What it takes
- PhD in climate science, Earth system science, environmental physics, or a related field
- Experience working with Earth observation data and climate model output, including CMIP6
- Experience with early warning signal detection methods
- Familiarity with terrestrial tipping systems
- Experience with project management and reporting
- Collaborative skills in an international, multi-partner research environment
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
Exeter, UK
What is the compensation?
From £43,482 (The starting salary will be from £43,482 on Grade F, depending on knowledge, skills and experience.)
What are the key qualifications required?
PhD in climate science, Earth system science, environmental physics, or a related field; experience working with Earth observation data and climate model output, including CMIP6; experience with early warning signal detection methods; familiarity with terrestrial tipping systems; experience with project management and reporting; collaborative skills in an international, multi-partner research environment.
How do I apply?
Applications should be submitted by 14 October 2026.
Is the job remote?
The job is based in Exeter, UK, and is not remote.
How to apply
Apply directly on University of Exeter - Global Systems Institute's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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