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Fellowship Opportunity: Natural-based solutions for recovery of ecosystems from perturbation.

Nature-Based Solutions Research Cluster at Manchester Metropolitan: 

The Nature-Based Solutions research cluster at Manchester Met are a multi-disciplinary group of environmental, biological, chemical and geographical scientists undertaking research into the drivers and impacts of ecosystem degradation, and how maintaining, transitioning or restoring habitats can provide solutions to achieving sustainability and promote resilience. Since 2020, the Department of Natural Sciences has attracted over £3 million in research funding from bodies including UKRI, EU and Innovate UK to support research activities. This research has been translated into an excellent track-record of real-world impact, for example our 4* REF 2021 impact case study on the conservation and restoration of damaged peatlands.

Our researchers have expertise working across a wide range of habitats, including tropical forests and drylands, wetlands and marine and coastal habitats. Our current projects range from understanding the biodiversity potential of secondary tropical forests, through community co-design of mangrove restoration, to identifying how restored saltmarsh can deliver multiple natural capital benefits.

About the role: 

  • To undertake world-leading and internationally excellent research using latest and innovative methodologies, as relevant in your area of research. 
  • To prepare, present and publish research outputs through the appropriate forums e.g. research workshops, conferences, seminars, exhibitions, portfolios, academic journals etc. 
  • To develop ideas for generating income to ensure the continued success and growth of research portfolio.  
  • To disseminate findings of research widely to further the institution's standing in the HE and research community and strengthen the impact of the research.
  • To engage in scholarly activities conducive to a long-term successful academic career that will support and enhance the research culture within the Department/ School, Faculty and University.

 

About the candidate: 

You will join the critical mass of researchers with an excellent track-record of applied ecological research, working with national and international partners to create viable real-world solutions for the ecosystems that humans rely on.

We welcome applications from prospective Fellows working in applied or theoretical aspects of ecological restoration and nature-based solutions. Our research would be particularly complemented by a research fellow grounded in interrogating fundamental ecological principles and applying them to the applied restoration research undertaken by existing staff. 

Requirements: 

  • Doctoral level qualification in a related research area. 
  • Possess breadth or depth of specialist knowledge and demonstrate potential for research independence.
  • Excellent track record of relevant research outputs. 
  • Significant research experience in the chosen field of research, which should include where appropriate: 
    • leading the work of a team, co-ordinating effort and resources to meet objectives 
    • developing partnerships within the University and with external agencies 
    • preparing funding proposals and applications to external bodies 
    • using initiative, creativity and judgement to develop appropriate approaches to research 
    • synthesising complex data from different sources and communicating findings via written reports and articles 
    • presenting at national and/or international research meetings 
    • supervising student work and providing appropriate support and feedback. 
  • Experience of managing and monitoring performance of research projects in multi-disciplinary teams.
  • Ability to manage projects involving academic institutions and funding bodies. 

Please refer to the Job Description & Person Specification for a full list of essential & desirable criteria. 

 

Academic Contact: Prof. Paul Hooper (p.hooper@mmu.ac.uk) to discuss the fellowship opportunity in detail. 

 

Application Process: 

To apply to the Fellowship, please provide the following documents: 

  • Research Interest Statement (no more than two sides of A4, font size 11, 2 cms margin): Statement should include your long-term career aspirations, how your research till date and plans to develop and contribute towards your research interest in the future will impact the University's Research Strategy whilst working with an existing team of researchers.  
  • Research Proposal (no more than four sides of A4, font size 11, 2 cm margins): Kindly provide a research proposal focused on a specific topic within the research faculty you are applying for. The proposal should be accompanied by a Gantt chart outlining a 3-year research timeline.  
  • Curriculum Vitae (include details of your education, citizenship, publications, funding, employment history & names of referees) 

Please note that panels will not consider attachments that fall outside of the limits, where specified. 

 

We aim to offer up to a maximum of 15 fellow appointments, for which we will be assessing applicants competitively across the four faculties that are welcoming applications. 

 

Assessment Timelines: 

  • The application window will be available for 8 weeks and will close on 29 May 2024
  • Interviews will be held on-site in Manchester (where practical) in the w/c 17 and 24 June 2024
  • We aim to make offers to successful candidates in the w/c 03 July 2024

 

Enquiries 

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If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us on researchfellowships@mmu.ac.uk  

 

Manchester Met University is committed to creating an intentionally inclusive culture of belonging that promotes equity and celebrates diversity. We understand the importance of having a diverse workforce and the benefits it can bring to ensuring diversity of thought and innovation in everything we do. We, therefore, encourage applications from our local and international communities, in particular people from ethnic minority groups, disabled people and people who identify as LGBTQIA+.    

We recognise the benefits and importance of an environment that supports flexible working and are open to conversations about this throughout the application process.  

  

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Details

  • Location:
    Manchester All Saints Campus
  • Faculty / Function:
    Science & Engineering
  • Salary:
    Grade 9 (£46,974 - £54,395)
  • Contract Type:
    fixed term
  • Contracted Hours per week:
    37

Benefits

35 days leave + Christmas closure + Bank holidays
Travel loan
Wellbeing platform
Life insurance
Access to Campus Facilities
Enhanced parental leave
23.68% Employer contribution to pensions

Meet the recruiter

Neha Phanse

N.Phanse@mmu.ac.uk

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