Lecturer in Earth Observation and AI (ENVEE1847)

Are you an experienced and ambitious academic looking for your next challenge? Do you have experience in applying satellite earth observation within atmospheric, climate, or environmental research? Do you have an excellent research record and proven success obtaining funding? Do you have experience of delivering an exceptional student experience in a research-intensive university?

The School of Earth and Environment (SEE) is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and self-motivated expert in Earth Observation to complement the School’s existing expertise. Your role will be to strengthen and expand the use of satellite Earth Observations within SEE’s research and teaching activities. You will contribute to enhancing SEE’s excellent, internationally recognised profile in Atmospheric and Climate research, with a particular focus on the development of novel satellite Earth Observation datasets or the exploitation of satellite data for scientific discovery. In addition to research, we are seeking individuals who are keen to advance student education in Earth Observation at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels within the School.

What we offer in return

26 days holiday plus approx.16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – That’s 42 days a year!Generous pension scheme options plus life assuranceHealth and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team.Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.

And much more! 

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact: 

 Dr Steven Dobbie, Director of the Institute for Climate and Atmospheric Science

Email: J.S.E.Dobbie@leeds.ac.uk

Dr Andrew Ross, Director of the Institute for Climate and Atmospheric Science

Email: A.N.Ross@leeds.ac.uk 

 

Closing Date: 10 Dec 2025

Section: Academic

Salary: £51,753 to £59,966 per annum