Environmental Scientist Laboratory & Field Support
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Employer: UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology |
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Job location: Edinburgh UK |
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Apply before: 27 Mar 2022 |
Summary
The ACE Science Area are involved in projects across the UK and internationally, working on the biosphere atmosphere exchange of trace gases, especially greenhouse gases (GHGs) and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) . Our work focuses on understanding and quantifying the interactions between the biosphere and the atmosphere based on measurements, experiments and modelling of greenhouse gases, reactive air pollutants, water and energy. We quantify fluxes and transport of matter and energy, pollutant impacts on the above- and belowground biota, and how changes in ecological communities feedback on atmospheric composition. We study a wide range of habitats such as forest, grassland, wetlands, urban areas, and cropland, including bioenergy crops in the UK and in Mediterranean, arctic and tropical climate zones.
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The ACE Science Area are involved in projects across the UK and internationally, working on the biosphere atmosphere exchange of trace gases, especially greenhouse gases (GHGs) and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) . Our work focuses on understanding and quantifying the interactions between the biosphere and the atmosphere based on measurements, experiments and modelling of greenhouse gases, reactive air pollutants, water and energy. We quantify fluxes and transport of matter and energy, pollutant impacts on the above- and belowground biota, and how changes in ecological communities feedback on atmospheric composition. We study a wide range of habitats such as forest, grassland, wetlands, urban areas, and cropland, including bioenergy crops in the UK and in Mediterranean, arctic and tropical climate zones.
Main responsibilities
This key role is focused on learning different techniques concerning samples for our environmental research, which includes field sampling and laboratory analysis of air, soil, vegetation and water samples, as well as the day-to-day tasks of running laboratories, and also the development of new, improved methods for analyses as well as preparation and analysis of environmental data. This is a technical post, focused on supporting research with well-managed laboratory facilities.
Depending on your background we will offer you training in the following areas to support you in this role:
Laboratory methods for the measurement of air samples, using gas chromatography and related techniques.
Field sampling techniques and laboratory methods for the chemical analysis of samples of vegetation, soil and water from different environments.
Carrying out physiological techniques for the measurement of gas exchange from soil and plants.
Data management, statistical analysis, report writing, and presentation of results to peers.
Skills and experience required
A degree in Chemistry, Biological or Environmental Sciences
Some project based experience of quantitative scientific work in a research environment
An aptitude for solving complex problems, self-motivated and with enthusiasm for the research subject.
Good written and oral communication skills, ability to communicate with a wide range of audiences.
Good team working skills and be able to demonstrate the ability to develop effective internal and external collaborations
Proven experience working in remote outdoor environments, with the ability to plan, coordinate and deliver fieldwork and data collection activities
A full UK driving licence and willingness to participate in field sampling missions abroad (up to 4 weeks), including in developing countries
You will demonstrate a commitment to promote and adhere to UKCEH values of Excellence, Integrity and Teamwork
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