Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Geospatial Analysis and Environmental Modelling

Overview

An academic position is available for a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Geospatial Analysis and Environmental Modelling within the Ecosystem Services Group, part of the Natural Resources Institute at the University of Greenwich. The position is based in the United Kingdom and is part of the London and South-East University Group. The successful candidate will join an interdisciplinary community focused on environmental, social, and economic challenges related to sustainable agriculture, health, and food security.

Who can apply

The institution is committed to building a diverse workforce and encourages applications from individuals from groups currently underrepresented at the university within these areas. This includes positive action to encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, disabled, and LGBT+ individuals. Applicants may disclose experiences of mental health problems to receive support and reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

What you get

The position offers a permanent, full-time employment contract with an annual salary ranging from £38,784 to £56,535. Post holders operate within an internationally renowned multidisciplinary institute that receives substantial research funding from organizations such as the Gates Foundation, the McKnight Foundation, Darwin, UKRI, FCDO, and the EU.

Requirements

Candidates are appointed at either the Lecturer or Senior Lecturer level depending on their experience and qualifications. Permanent full-time post holders must develop an independent research programme by securing external research and enterprise funding, expand research activities, publish outputs in reputable journals, and apply for innovative research funding. Responsibilities also include teaching on postgraduate programmes in Global Environmental Change and Sustainable Agriculture, alongside opportunities to contribute to undergraduate teaching.

Key dates

The closing date for applications is 5 November 2026.