Lecturer in Geospatial Data Science

Overview

The University of Stirling is seeking a Lecturer in Geospatial Data Science within the School of Life and Environmental Sciences in the Faculty of Natural Sciences. This permanent, full-time, on-site position focuses on applying geospatial and data-driven methods to understand environmental change and tackle practical environmental challenges. The role provides an opportunity to combine environmental investigations with innovative analysis, modelling, and interpretation of geospatial data.

Who can apply

The position welcomes applications from environmental scientists and geographers working in geospatial data science and related fields. Candidates are specifically encouraged to apply if they possess expertise in geospatial data science, geographic information systems, and terrestrial remote sensing, particularly for interdisciplinary and applied environmental and geographical research. Additional welcome experience includes developing quantitative, programming, and geospatial analytical skills in students, along with familiarity with unmanned aerial vehicle systems. Applicants can be appointed at either a Grade 7 or Grade 8 level depending on their qualifications and background.

What you get

The position offers a salary range of 39560 to 46970 British pounds per annum for Grade 7, or 48337 to 57666 British pounds per annum for Grade 8.

Requirements

Candidates applying for Grade 7 need a PhD in a relevant discipline such as Environmental Science, Environmental Geography, or Geospatial Science, or be close to successful completion, alongside evidence of a developing publication record and credible plans for seeking external research funding. Candidates applying for Grade 8 require a completed PhD in a relevant discipline, an established track record of high quality published research, a record of involvement in external funding applications, and experience supervising undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral dissertation projects. Duties include engaging in individual and collaborative research, publishing results, securing external funding, managing awarded grants, supervising research students, and delivering high quality undergraduate and postgraduate teaching through lectures, field courses, assessments, and administration.

Key dates

The closing date for applications is 2026-11-23.