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Clare Rishbeth

10 months ago

Postdoctoral Research Position in Access to Nature for Children and Young People at University of Sheffield School of Architecture and Landscape University of Sheffield in United Kingdom

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Postdoc

Field of study

Environmental Science

Funding

This is a short-term postdoctoral research position paid at £23.81 per hour, for two months (5th January – 27th February 2026), Grade 7.3. The position is fully remote (UK-based only) and includes co-authorship on the resulting publication.

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Nov 13, 2026

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United Kingdom

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University of Sheffield

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Environmental Science
Sociology
Urban Planning
Architecture
Social Science
Environmental
Green Space
Interdisciplinary Research
Case Studies
Natural England

About this position

The University of Sheffield School of Architecture and Landscape is offering a short-term postdoctoral research position focused on access to nature for children and young people. The project centers on conducting an academic, practice, and policy literature review and contributing writing for a Natural England publication. The research will address barriers and enablers for children and young people accessing and engaging in nature and green spaces, with a UK focus.

The successful candidate will join an interdisciplinary team led by Professor Clare Rishbeth, working alongside Sarah Neal and Bridget Snaith. The position is fully remote but requires the researcher to be UK-based. Flexible working hours are offered, averaging 30 hours per week, from 5th January to 27th February 2026. The role is paid at £23.81 per hour (Grade 7.3) and includes co-authorship on the evidence briefing publication.

The project is supported by Natural England and government departments such as Defra, DCMS, and DfE. The research aims to create an evidence briefing that addresses barriers, enablers, and interventions to engagement in nature for children and young people, with attention to intersectionality and innovative case studies. Applicants should be motivated by policy and practice impacts of social science research and enjoy working in a small interdisciplinary team.

To apply, contact Professor Clare Rishbeth at [email protected], ensuring you meet the UK-based remote working requirement and can demonstrate relevant experience in policy and social science research. This is an excellent opportunity for those interested in environmental science, sociology, urban planning, and architecture, with a focus on practical impact and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Funding details

This is a short-term postdoctoral research position paid at £23.81 per hour, for two months (5th January – 27th February 2026), Grade 7.3. The position is fully remote (UK-based only) and includes co-authorship on the resulting publication.

What's required

Applicants must be motivated by policy and practice impacts of social science research, able to conduct academic, practice, and policy literature reviews, and contribute writing for environmental practitioners. Must be UK-based for remote working, able to work flexibly (average 30 hours/week), and comfortable working in a small interdisciplinary team. Interest in barriers and enablers to nature engagement for children and young people is essential.

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