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Current Vacancies

Project Manager – Nature for Climate Fund (NCF)

Alice Holt, Hampshire
Northern Research Station, Roslin, Midlothian
Bristol
Forest Research is looking to appoint three Project Managers to join the existing team to help deliver Nature for Climate Fund and associated projects and support development of more robust project management systems within the business.

Closing date: 24th March 2024

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Scientist – Environment (soil and water)

Alice Holt, Hampshire
Northern Research Station, Roslin, Midlothian
We’re currently developing a Woodland Water Code (WWC) to provide a quality assurance scheme to underpin incentives for landowners to provide woodland water services related to flood management, agricultural diffuse pollution attenuation and water temperature cooling. We are seeking an environmental scientist to undertake a scoping exercise to identify potential...

Closing date: 1st April 2024

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Social scientist

Alice Holt, Hampshire
Northern Research Station, Roslin, Midlothian
Bristol
The successful candidate will carry out social science research that contributes to improving understanding of the values, attitudes, behaviours and actions of land managers, publics and stakeholders across the four themes of Forest Research’s Society and Environment Research Group.

Closing date: 10th April 2024

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Why Forest Research?

Do you want to work at the cutting-edge of environmental science research? Are you passionate about making a difference? Do you want to play your part in tackling the climate and nature crises?

Forest Research is the UK’s leading scientific organisation for forestry and tree-related research. Our teams work with policymakers and practitioners to deliver evidence and scientific services to support sustainable forestry across England, Scotland, and Wales.

Many of our scientists are internationally recognised. We want to work with people who have the skills and passion to deliver impactful science which informs practical solutions across the sector.

Whatever role you are interested in, we can offer you stimulating work, career pathways to fulfil your ambitions and an attractive range of competitive benefits.

Benefits

As an employee of Forest Research, you will have access to a range of non-pay benefits. These include generous pension, holiday and flexible working arrangements. There are opportunities to develop new skills and grow your career. We also have family-friendly policies to support your wellbeing alongside access to an employee discount scheme.

How to apply

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