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We are currently advertising for the following positions at the Grantham Research Institute.
Research Officer (Climate Science and Law)
Research Manager
Research Officer (Climate Science and Law)
Salary from £43,277 to £51,714 pa with potential to progress to £55,497 inclusive of London allowance
Funding is available to support this position until August 2028
The Grantham Research Institute is a world-leading centre for the study of the economics and social sciences of climate change and other global environmental problems, based at the London School of Economics and Political Science. The Institute’s work has been recognised through the award of the Queen’s Anniversary Prize for Higher and Further Education 2020-22.
We are seeking a motivated and interdisciplinary Research Officer to join the Grantham Research Institute’s research programme examining the role of scientific evidence in climate litigation. As climate-related court cases increasingly influence government and corporate responses to climate change, this project will explore how courts interpret, apply and challenge scientific evidence in legal proceedings, and how this shapes legal and societal outcomes. The successful candidate will undertake detailed qualitative analysis of climate cases, contribute to high-quality academic publications, engage with research partners and stakeholders, and help advance understanding of the relationship between climate science and the law. This is an exciting opportunity for an early-career researcher with expertise in climate change, law, policy or related disciplines to contribute to a growing and internationally significant field of research.
Candidates should have:
- PhD (completed or near completion) in law, socio-legal studies, environmental social science, political science, science and technology studies, human geography, climate science, or a closely related field.
- Knowledge of climate litigation and the use of scientific evidence in legal proceedings.
- Experience of qualitative research methods, including case and document analysis.
- Experience of writing research outputs such as academic papers, policy briefs, or research reports.
- Experience with quantitative research and analysis or similar.
We offer an occupational pension scheme, generous annual leave, hybrid working and excellent training and development opportunities.
Interested in applying?
- Download the how to apply document
- Download the job description
- Download the person specification
- Applications need to be made online via the LSE jobs site
If you have any technical queries with applying on the online system, please use the “contact us” links at the bottom of the LSE Jobs page. Should you have any queries about the role, please email gri.hr@lse.ac.uk The closing date for receipt of applications is 8 July 2026 (23.59 UK time). Regrettably, we are unable to accept any late applications.
Research Manager
Salary from £43,277 to £51,714 pa inclusive with potential to progress to £55,497 pa inclusive of London allowance
This is a fixed term appointment for two years
The Grantham Research Institute on Climate Change and the Environment is a world-leading centre for the study of the economics and social sciences of climate change and other global environmental problems, based at the London School of Economics and Political Science.
The Research Manager will play a central role in supporting and strengthening the Institute’s research funding and outputs activity. Working closely with academic colleagues and the Institute’s Senior Management Team, the post holder will oversee the development and submission of high-quality, competitive research funding applications, providing expert advice on funding opportunities and processes.
The role will involve project-managing complex grant applications, ensuring compliance with funder and School requirements, and contributing directly to the development and quality assurance of proposals. The post holder will also lead on the management and reporting of research outputs, ensuring compliance with open access, data management and regulatory requirements, and supporting the promotion of responsible and ethical research practices.
In addition, the Research Manager will develop and deliver training and guidance for researchers, build strong working relationships across LSE and with external stakeholders, and provide management information to inform strategic planning and decision-making.
Candidates should have:
- Experience of supporting and drafting collaborative research funding applications within a Higher Education environment or equivalent;
- Current knowledge of research grants, funding opportunities and the funding landscape;
- Proven experience of effective delivery of projects and proposals within an academic institution or a similar environment;
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in English including a high level of accuracy and a proven ability to write reports and grant applications to a high standard
We offer an occupational pension scheme, generous annual leave, hybrid working and excellent training and development opportunities.
Interested in applying?
- Download the how to apply document
- Download the job description
- Download the person specification
- Applications need to be made online via the LSE jobs site
If you have any technical queries with applying on the online system, please use the “contact us” links at the bottom of the LSE Jobs page. Should you have any queries about the role, please email gri.hr@lse.ac.uk
The closing date for receipt of applications is 29 June 2026 (23.59 UK time). Regrettably, we are unable to accept any late applications.
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