Research Assistant (Fixed Term)

Support the Cambridge Centre for Carbon Credits in evaluating climate and biodiversity benefits from forest conservation. Work with Tom Swinfield on environmental and spatial datasets, reproducible analytical code, evidence reviews and communication of scientific uncertainty. The post also supports the Haven initiative for stronger forest-carbon-credit methods. Funding covers up to six months, with a preferred start in December 2026. Salary: GBP 33,002–35,608.

The role requires at least three days per week at the David Attenborough Building. Applications close at midnight GMT on 8 November 2026.

Graduate-level analytical and programming capability, including environmental data analysis using R or Python, reproducible workflows, and clear scientific communication. Applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.