Senior Research Associate in Climate Change Policy, People, and Action
Explore how governments and societies respond to climate change through policy and behavioral research.
Best for:Best for senior researchers with a PhD in social sciences, policy, or related fields, seeking to influence climate action through policy and behavioral research.
Overview
This position at the University of East Anglia’s Tyndall Centre for Climate Change Research focuses on understanding the motivations behind climate action at both governmental and societal levels. The successful candidate will conduct impactful research, collaborate with project partners, and contribute to societal change beyond academia. The role involves interdisciplinary work with the Centre for Climate Change Research and Social Transformations (CAST), a major ESRC-funded initiative. The position is ideal for experienced researchers with a background in social sciences, policy, or related fields, seeking to drive meaningful change in climate adaptation and mitigation.
What you'll do
- Conduct research on what motivates governments and individuals to address climate change effectively.
- Collaborate with project partners to generate societal impact beyond academic circles.
- Work closely with the Centre for Climate Change Research and Social Transformations (CAST).
- Develop and implement research methodologies to assess climate policy and behavioral responses.
- Publish findings in respected journals and present results to stakeholders and policymakers.
- Engage with interdisciplinary teams to drive meaningful societal change in climate action.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in a relevant social science discipline or equivalent professional experience (or completion of viva voce examination by 26 October 2026).
Language: English; proficiency appropriate for academic research and collaboration.
Instruction: English
Publications: Publications in respected journals or equivalent within the field.
- Proven experience in independent and team-based research.
- Strong publication record in respected journals or equivalent within the field.
- Ability to work proactively and deliver results-driven outcomes.
- Experience generating societal impact beyond academic research.
- Significant prior experience in climate policy, social science, or related fields.
- PhD or equivalent professional experience in a relevant social science discipline.
- Completion of viva voce examination by 26 October 2026 if still in progress.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-26
Applicants should submit their CV, cover letter, and a research statement through the University of East Anglia’s online application portal. Ensure your application includes evidence of your research experience, publications, and impact generation capabilities. The application process requires detailed documentation of your qualifications and alignment with the role’s objectives.
- CV
- Cover letter
- Research statement
- Publication list or evidence of publications
- Proof of PhD completion or viva voce examination date
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