Research Fellow in Circular Economy Modelling

at  University College London

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Set within UCL’s Faculty of The Built Environment, The Bartlett School of Environment, Energy and Resources (BSEER) is comprised of four world-class Institutes exploring from a multidisciplinary perspective, interlinked domains of Energy, Environment, Resources and Heritage.

The Postdoctoral Research Fellow will be conducting research regarding the assessment of decarbonisation and Circular Economy transition using integrated modelling frameworks combining Material Flow Analysis, Life Cycle Assessment and macro-economic modelling. The project will explore the synergistic effects and potential trade-offs between circularity and decarbonisation pathways, both from an analytical and modelling perspective, with a focus on key sectors, such as steel, cement and plastics. The candidate will contribute to a core task of a Horizon Europe project Transience working collaboratively within a team led by Dr Teresa Domenech. The position holder will have primary responsibility for conducting the analysis and material and economic modelling in collaboration with colleagues and our European project partners. This post is available immediately and is funded for 24 months in the first instance, further funding to support the post may be available. A job description and person specification can be accessed at the bottom of this page. If you have any queries regarding the vacancy or the application process, please contact bseer-recruitment@ucl.ac.uk. If you have specific questions about the role please contact Teresa Domenech, t.domenech@ucl.ac.uk This role meets the eligibility requirements for visa sponsorship under UK Visas and Immigration legislation. Therefore, UCL welcomes applications from international applicants who require a visa.