Description Grade UE07: £41,064 - £48,822 per annum College of Science and Engineering / School of Geosciences Full-time: 35 hours per week Fixed-term: 24-month contract The Opportunity: Post-doctoral research associate: Climate data analysis and co-creation of impact-based forecasts with pastoral communities in East Africa Interdisciplinary science is at the forefront of designing solutions to building resilience to climate change. Join an interdisciplinary team using cutting-edge approaches to explore the design and development of climate services for pastoral communities in East Africa. The University of Edinburgh along with partners at the Alliance Biodiversity CIAT (Kenya and Ethiopia) and the University of Nairobi have secured UKRI funding to bridge the gap between the needs of pastoralists and formal early warning systems by bringing together an interdisciplinary group of stakeholders to co-develop a weather information service from the bottom-up. Climate shocks are a significant cause of livestock mortality, acute malnutrition and chronic poverty among pastoralists living in the drylands of East Africa. While several early warning systems provide forecasts for the drylands of East Africa, the use of these services is nearly non-existent among pastoralists in the region but the potential value is very high. A growing body of literature indicates a mismatch between the communication needs of pastoralists and modes and content of existing early warning systems as a chief barrier to greater use. You will work with a dynamic team from a wide range of backgrounds and countries to help identify data needs of pastoralists, how formal early warning systems can be better designed to meet these needs and co-develop a protype that combines weather, climate and local economic data that can be managed and maintained by local stakeholders. Working pattern: This post is full-time (35 hours per week); we are open to considering flexible working patterns. We are also open to considering requests for hybrid working (on a non-contractual basis) that combines a mix of remote and regular on-campus working. View the full job description How to apply Please include the following documents in your application: - CV and publications list - Cover letter From local roots to global impact. Be part of something bigger. The University of Edinburgh is a world-class organisation. We look for the best in the field across all disciplines and provide a working environment where academics can develop their careers and passion for their chosen subject area. We offer the full range of academic roles and have a genuine focus on our students’ performance and wellbeing. People have always been at the heart of our work. As part of the University, you are a part of our community. We are looking for people with drive, determination, and a passion for what they do. We are a place where everyone is welcome and offer a range of policies and benefits designed to support you in building the right meaningful/personalised flexibility for you. A career with us has a range of other benefits that can be tailored to your lifestyle: Professional development and subject matter expertise Leading-edge research Opportunities for publication As a valued member of our team, you can expect: A competitive salary. An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work. To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community. Comprehensive Staff Benefits, including generous annual leave entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, a wide range of staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options. Check out the full list on our staff benefits page and use our reward calculator to discover the value of your pay and benefits. Championing equality, diversity, and inclusion The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter, and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality. Prior to any employment commencing with the University, you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our right to work webpages. The University may be able to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. This will depend on a number of factors specific to the successful applicant. Key dates to note The closing date for applications is 29 th April 2026. Unless stated otherwise the closing time for applications is 11:59pm UK time. If you are applying outside the UK the closing time on our adverts automatically adjusts to your browsers local time zone. Interviews will be held during the week commencing 4 th May 2026.