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The National Centre for Earth Observation (NCEO) is a distributed research centre with over 100 scientists from both Universities and research organisations in the UK.
Hosted by the University of Leicester, the NCEO provides long-term strategic research in environmental science using data from satellites in space. The NCEO’s main stakeholder is the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC), part of United Kingdom Research and Innovation (UKRI).
At NCEO, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment, advocating for equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI), promoting exemplary working practices, and nurturing the next generation of scientists. As a distributed organisation, NCEO has staff located across renowned universities and world-class facilities. We aim to adhere to host institution policies, adding our own organisational values where possible. Our distribution allows us to collaborate with educational institutions throughout the UK. With scientists spanning across disciplines, we actively encourage and support cross-disciplinary collaboration to foster personal and professional growth among our staff while maintaining a strong sense of identity within NCEO. You an find more information about equality, diversity and inclusion practices and policies here.
You can find positions advertised at current NCEO universities and institutions in the UK below:
NCEO Research Associate in Tropical Methane
The Carbon-Climate Science Team in the Earth Observation Science (EOS) group at University of Leicester is seeking to appoint a Research Associate based in the School of Physics and Astronomy. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of Dr Robert Parker and will contribute fully to the large portfolio of research conducted by the team.
This role is fully supported by Dr Parker’s UKRI Future Leaders Fellowship, where you will join his team in developing “The First Environmental Digital Twin Dedicated to Understanding Tropical Wetland Methane Emissions for Improved Predictions of Climate Change”. In particular, the successful candidate will help contribute to better understanding and improving the representation of wetlands and their subsequent methane emissions in the JULES Land Surface Model and the implementation of that within the UK Earth System Model, enabling more accurate future climate predictions.
With a PhD in a relevant subject (or soon to obtain one), such as environmental science with a physics, maths or geography background, you will have experience working with land surface model data and conducting research into hydrological or carbon cycle modelling, ideally focused on methane emissions.
Closing date: 4th May 2025. Informal enquiries to Rob Parker (rjp23@le.ac.uk) are very much welcome.
Non-Executive Director – NCEO
We are looking for an independent, part-time, non-executive Director to join the NCEO Management Board (NCEO-MB).
The NCEO Management Board (NCEO-MB) supports the NCEO Executive Director in the oversight, strategic direction and assurance of the management of NCEO. Functions include development of strategy, scrutiny of NCEO management and performance, accountability to NERC and assurance to the stakeholders that the NCEO is delivering capability and sustainability.
Ideally with experience of managing in a complex organisation, with excellent business or public service insights and an interest in environmental, space or other science sectors, you should be able to demonstrate that you have the skills, interests and experience to help NCEO grow its capability, reputation and portfolio.
The Non-Executive Directors provide an important dimension to the NCEO-MB, bringing thoughtful insight, knowledge of key sectors, experience of organisational best practice, and networking capabilities that enable the NCEO-MB to deliver the NCEO mission. One such director is in post at the current time and this advert is to seek a second.
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Whether you’re a novice or an expert, our courses are designed to accommodate diverse skill levels. Additionally, we provide bespoke programs tailored to specific needs. For further information or to inquire about our training opportunities, please feel free to reach out to us.
