What is a Postdoctoral Research and Impact Fellow?

A Postdoctoral Research and Impact Fellow is a researcher who has completed their PhD and is focused on conducting advanced research while also working to translate that research into real-world impact. This role typically combines academic research with outreach, collaboration, and knowledge transfer activities.

What qualifications are required for this role?

A PhD in a relevant field is required, along with a strong research background. Experience in translating research into practical or societal impact, such as through collaborations with industry or policy-makers, is often desirable.

What are the key responsibilities of this position?

Responsibilities include conducting high-level research, publishing in academic journals, securing funding for projects, working with external partners to apply research findings, and ensuring the research has tangible societal or economic benefits.

What is meant by “impact” in this role?

Impact refers to the influence that research has outside of academia, such as improving industry practices, informing public policy, enhancing technology, or benefiting communities.

Where do Postdoctoral Research and Impact Fellows work?

They typically work in universities or research institutions but often collaborate with external organizations, industries, or governmental bodies to ensure their research contributes to real-world outcomes.

Postdoctoral Research and Impact Fellow

Location:	Exeter, Hybrid
Salary:	The starting salary will be from £42,632 on Grade F, depending on qualifications and experience.
Hours:	Full Time
Contract Type:	Fixed-Term/Contract

Placed On:	14th October 2024
Closes:	11th November 2024
Job Ref:	P94216

The University of Exeter is seeking a dynamic and motivated Postdoctoral Research and Impact Fellow to join the 3-year EPSRC-funded Digital Innovation and Circular Economy Network+. This interdisciplinary network aims to drive a transformative shift towards sustainability and circularity in digital and communication technologies, harnessing the digital revolution to create a circular economy across sectors and value chains.

Key Responsibilities:

Network Development and Delivery: Build and maintain relationships with eight participating universities and industry partners. Facilitate collaboration, coordinate meetings, and ensure effective communication across the network.
Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Bridge disciplines such as engineering, computer science, environmental science, and economics to foster a multi-faceted approach to project goals.
Research and Innovation: Conduct research, analyze data, and contribute to the development of a visionary roadmap for a digitally enabled circular economy.
Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate research findings and promote sustainable practices among industries, government entities, and wider communities.

About You:

The successful candidate will have a relevant PhD or equivalent experience in a related field, such as Circular Economy or Digital Technology. You should be recognized nationally as an expert in your field, possess strong interdisciplinary collaboration skills, and be capable of leading and developing research initiatives. Additionally, you'll have the ability to communicate a clear vision for the future, integrate diverse perspectives, and work effectively within teams.

What We Offer:

The freedom and support to pursue creative and interdisciplinary research.
Access to specialized teams that align with the University's research and teaching objectives.
An Innovation, Impact, and Business directorate to provide tailored support for external engagement.
The Exeter Academic initiative, helps high-performing academics grow and achieve their career goals.
Comprehensive staff benefits, including industry-leading policies for parental and fertility leave.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion:

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment and will make reasonable accommodations for interviews and the workplace.

Further Information:

For more information, please contact Professor Fiona Charnley at f.charnley@exeter.ac.uk.

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