About the Position
The University of Nottingham invites applications for a fully funded postdoctoral position in Amazon Palaeoecology. This position comes within the School of Geography, based in Nottingham, United Kingdom. This 14-month fixed-term role focuses on reconstructing late Holocene vegetation dynamics, fire regimes, and Indigenous land-use systems in the Brazilian Northwest Amazon. The project contributes to the international “Voices of Indigenous Amazonia” research initiative and strengthens interdisciplinary collaboration between UK and Brazilian institutions.
The successful candidate will join the Nottingham Pollen Lab and work closely with Dr Marco Raczka and an international research team. The position offers a salary of £31,387 to £35,608 per annum (pro rata, depending on experience) and supports advanced laboratory analysis, sediment core interpretation, and international dissemination. Candidates with expertise in Quaternary palaeoecology, archaeological science, and environmental reconstruction are strongly encouraged to apply. This role significantly enhances global research visibility and long-term academic career prospects.
Program / Job Details
- Position: Research Associate/Fellow (Postdoctoral)
- Institution: University of Nottingham, United Kingdom
- Department: School of Geography
- Research Field: Geography / Palaeoecology / Environmental Archaeology
- Supervisor: Dr Marco Raczka
- Location: Nottingham, UK
- Number of Positions: 1
- Job Type: Full-time, Fixed-term Postdoc
- Start Date: March 2026 (or as soon as possible thereafter)
- Working Hours: 36.25 hours per week
- Salary / Funding: £31,387–£35,608 per annum (pro rata, progression subject to performance)
This fully funded postdoctoral research position in Amazon Palaeoecology at the University of Nottingham, UK, is open for one candidate starting March 2026.
Research Area
- Amazon palaeoecology and Quaternary science
- Indigenous land-use and socio-biodiversity systems
- Phytolith, pollen, charcoal, lithological and geochemical analysis
- Late Holocene environmental reconstruction in the Brazilian Northwest Amazon
This research provides critical insight into long-term human–environment interactions and supports global debates on Anthropocene resilience and biodiversity conservation.
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- PhD (awarded or within six months of completion) in Geography, Palaeoecology, Ecology, Archaeology, or a related Discipline
- Demonstrated expertise in Quaternary palaeoecological methods
- Strong statistical and ecological dataset analysis skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience analysing sediment cores and soil profiles
- Publications in international peer-reviewed journals
- Experience with interdisciplinary research collaboration
- Strong academic writing and presentation skills
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct high-quality research in Amazon palaeoecology and environmental reconstruction
- Analyse sediment cores using phytolith, pollen, charcoal, and geochemical techniques
- Collaborate with UK and Brazilian research teams
- Present findings at international conferences and publish in leading journals
- Contribute to seminars, workshops, and departmental activities
Application Process
Applications must be submitted online through the University of Nottingham recruitment portal. Direct email applications will not be accepted.
Required Documents:
- CV / Academic Resume
- Cover Letter
- Academic Transcripts
- Contact details for referees
- Publication list (if applicable)
Important Dates
- Application Deadline: 13 March 2026
- Expected Start: March 2026
- Contract Duration: 14 months (or until November 2027, whichever comes first)
Useful Links
- Official Institution Website: University of Nottingham
- Job Announcement: Fellow in Amazon Palaeoecology (Fixed Term)
- Apply Here: University of Nottingham Online Application System
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