Overview
The University of Cambridge is recruiting a postdoctoral Research Associate in the Department of Zoology to integrate biodiversity metrics into land- and sea-management decision tools for a six-country Horizon Europe project.
Complete research opportunity details
The role will integrate the LIFE global biodiversity metric into the LOTUS climate-biodiversity-economy framework to support policy decisions about land and sea management. The post is based in the David Attenborough Building, with at least three days per week on site except for work travel. Funding is available for the post up to 31 August 2029.
Eligibility requirements
The official posting seeks a researcher able to develop clear and pragmatic approaches to complex data-limited analytical problems, communicate scientific findings to varied audiences, collaborate across disciplines and stakeholders, and manage work effectively. High-performance computing experience and environmental-policy experience are listed as desirable.
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Verification notes
Verified against the University of Cambridge official job page and current jobs index on 21 August 2026. Reference PF50726 is open with a 21 September 2026 midnight GMT closing time and salary range £37,694–£46,049.
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