Work with us - Grantham Research Institute on climate change and the environment

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We are currently advertising for the following opportunies at the Grantham Research Institute:

Research Officer (Integrated Climate-Nature Analytics)
Executive Assistant
Senior Policy Fellow (Integrated Climate-Nature Analytics)

Research Officer (Integrated Climate-Nature Analytics)

Salary from £43,277 to £51,714 with potential to progress to £55,497pa inclusive of London allowance
Funding is available to support this position until 1 March 2028

The Grantham Research Institute on Climate Change and the Environment is a world-leading centre for research on climate change, the environment and sustainable development at the London School of Economics and Political Science. Its work has been recognised through the award of the Queen’s Anniversary Prize for Higher and Further Education 2020–22.

We are seeking an outstanding and highly motivated Research Officer to join Earth Capital Nexus (EarthCap) – an ambitious research and action initiative developing new approaches to understanding the interactions between climate, nature, the economy and finance.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will contribute to cutting-edge quantitative research that informs decisions by governments, financial institutions, businesses and international organisations. Current research spans environmental-economic modelling, geospatial analytics, Earth Observation, climate and nature risk assessment, business and supply-chain resilience, financial risk analysis, and investment in environmental resilience.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an early-career researcher to help develop innovative analytical methods and datasets, contribute to high-profile research publications and policy reports, and engage directly with leading policymakers, financial institutions and international organisations working to strengthen economic resilience in the face of climate and nature-related risks.

Candidates should have:

a PhD (completed or close to completion), or equivalent research experience, in economics, geography, environmental science, engineering, statistics, data science or another quantitative discipline;
strong quantitative analytical skills and experience working with large environmental, economic or spatial datasets;
experience using statistical software such as R or Python;
experience in writing research and policy papers
excellent written and spoken English and the ability to communicate complex research clearly to academic and non-academic audiences;
the ability to manage their own work while contributing effectively to multidisciplinary research teams.
Experience in one or more of the following would be an advantage: GIS, Earth Observation, remote sensing or spatial econometrics; environmental-economic modelling, integrated assessment or quantitative risk analysis; and financial, business or supply-chain analytics

We offer an occupational pension scheme, generous annual leave and excellent training and development opportunities.

Interested in applying?

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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 23 August 2026 (23.59 UK time). Regrettably, we are unable to accept any late applications.

Executive Assistant

This is a full-time post
Salary from £43,277 to £51,714 pa inclusive with potential to progress to £55,497 pa inclusive of London allowance.

This appointment is funded for two years with extension subject to further funding.
The Grantham Research Institute on Climate Change and the Environment is a world-leading centre for research on climate change, the environment and sustainable development at the London School of Economics and Political Science. Its work has been recognised through the award of the Queen’s Anniversary Prize for Higher and Further Education 2020–22.

We are seeking an outstanding and highly organised Executive Assistant to join the Grantham Research Institute’s Professional Services team. Working closely with the Institute Director, Professor Elizabeth Robinson, and the Senior Management Team, you will provide high-level executive support while helping to ensure the smooth and effective operation of one of the world’s leading climate research institutes.

This is a varied and rewarding role, combining proactive executive support with responsibility for coordinating senior meetings, governance activities, international travel, events and key Institute communications. You will build strong relationships with colleagues and external partners, contribute to improving systems and processes, and play an important role in supporting the delivery of the Institute’s strategic priorities.

Candidates should have:

Demonstrable experience providing executive or administrative support to senior stakeholders in academic, policy, philanthropic or fundraising environments.
Proven experience of planning, coordinating and delivering complex activities on behalf of senior leaders, including responsibility for all logistics, scheduling and stakeholder liaison.
Excellent command of the English language and ability to communicate information clearly, accurately and with diplomacy both orally and in writing.
Ability to plan and prioritise own workload while maintaining high standards and meeting competing deadlines, adapting quickly to shifting priorities, new demands, or urgent tasks under minimal supervision.
Proven ability to provide a consistently high standard of executive support to senior staff, maintaining discretion and professionalism at all times.
Ability to work proactively and collaboratively as part of a small, high-performing team, supporting the collective priorities of senior staff and colleagues.

We offer an occupational pension scheme, generous annual leave 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

The closing date for receipt of applications is 31 August 2026. Regrettably, we are unable to accept any late applications.

Senior Policy Fellow (Integrated Climate-Nature Analytics)

Salary from £63,370 to £73,163 with potential to progress to £80,987pa inclusive of London allowance
Funding is available to support this appointment until 31 May 2028

We are seeking an outstanding and highly motivated Senior Policy Fellow to join the Earth Capital Nexus (EarthCap) – an ambitious research and action initiative developing new approaches to understanding the interactions between climate, nature, the economy and finance.

Working closely with Professor Nicola Ranger and as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will lead a substantial programme of user-focused research and analytics exploring climate- and nature-related risks, dependencies and opportunities for businesses, financial institutions and the wider economy. You will shape and deliver high-impact research, build strategic partnerships with policymakers, businesses and international organisations, and help translate cutting-edge analysis into practical tools and evidence that inform decision-making at national and global levels.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced researcher and policy leader to shape an ambitious international research agenda, develop innovative analytical approaches, secure and lead major collaborative projects, and work directly with leading policymakers, financial institutions, businesses and international organisations to strengthen economic resilience in the face of climate- and nature-related risks.

Candidates should have:

Substantial experience conducting quantitative, research-based, user-focused analysis, and demonstrable knowledge and understanding of climate- and nature-related corporate, economic or financial risks and resilience.
A demonstrable reputation for producing high-quality research-based outputs that inform policy or practice.
Experience leading, managing or coordinating projects or workstreams involving multiple partners or stakeholders, with clear delivery milestones.
Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, in English, with the ability to communicate technical issues to non-technical audiences.
Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and coordinate complex workstreams.
Experience engaging directly with senior stakeholders in financial institutions, corporates, regulators, governments or international organisations.

We offer an occupational pension scheme, generous annual leave 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

The closing date for receipt of applications is 2 September 2026 (23.59 UK time). Regrettably, we are unable to accept any late applications.

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