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We are looking for highly numerate graduates, preferably with a knowledge of air quality and climate change. We value pro-active staff who are well organised, show attention to detail, and exude a passion for skill development and continued learning.
The role
Successful applicants will contribute to a wide-ranging project portfolio across Aether, as well as business development tasks. The postholders will spend most of their time working on technical projects, undertaking data handling/processing, desk-based research, and presenting/discussing the results with the project managers. Contributions to other project areas such as report writing, presentations and meetings with customers can also be expected, as well as some administrative tasks.
About you
- A 1st or 2:1 degree in a relevant scientific subject (and preferably qualified at Masters level);
- Excellent numerical and data handling skills within MS Excel are essential;
- Good organisational skills, and the ability to work on simultaneous tasks;
- Fluent English is essential, proficiency in Spanish or French language would be advantageous;
- A high standard of report writing, and good interpersonal skills
An understanding of air pollution and/or greenhouse gases would be particularly advantageous, but is not essential. Experience of using GIS, R, and/or other statistical and data visualisation software packages would be beneficial.
Working for Aether
Aether is committed to bringing the best technical knowledge and data management to deliver high quality services and enable our customers to make good decisions. We have a strong company ethos, which ensures that we are open and transparent with our customers and build long-term relationships.
We have a dynamic and supportive working environment, and welcome individuals who demonstrate a positive attitude to new challenges. Aether Directors actively support a healthy work-life balance for our staff. We operate as a carbon neutral company and financially incentivise staff to choose low carbon travel options.
Benefits
Aether offers an attractive remuneration and benefits package including:
- Attractive salaries, dependent on experience
- Annual leave, 32 days (bank holidays included)
- Environmental leave: Up to three days per year volunteering for environmental good causes
- Low carbon travel scheme: Financial incentives for selecting low carbon travel
The working hours
- We offer flexibility around the normal working hours of 09:00 to 17:30 Monday to Friday.
- The position is based at Aether’s Oxford office, but we also support remote working options.
