Sustainable Research Officer - Strand, London, WC2R 2LS

Sustainable Research Officer - Strand, London, WC2R 2LS

About us

The Sustainability in Research Team works with research and technical communities across Kings to reduce the environmental impact of research. We support laboratories, research facilities and digital research teams to use resources, equipment, energy and data more sustainably.

Our work supports Kings sustainability targets, UKRI Concordat priorities and emerging sustainability requirements for research funding. Following 100% LEAF accreditation in 2025, were continuing to help laboratories strengthen their sustainable practices and work towards the highest level of accreditation by 2030.

We also support sustainable computing, waste and resource management, and practical initiatives that help embed sustainability across our research environments.

About the role

Were looking for a Sustainable Research Officer to help research teams improve the sustainability of their day-to-day work. Reporting to the Sustainable Research & Innovation Lead, youll work closely with laboratory sustainability leads, technical staff, researchers and professional services colleagues across Kings.

A key part of the role will be:

• Drive Sustainability Accreditations: Guide wet and dry laboratories through sustainable research frameworks, including LEAF, Green Disc, SparkHub, and MyGreenLab.
• Deliver Practical Guidance: Empower laboratory teams to adopt sustainable daily practices and co-facilitate interactive workshops.
• Advance Sustainable Computing: Collaborate with the e-Research team to help computational researchers optimise data management and computing workflows for lower environmental impact.

Youll coordinate sustainability projects and be involved in our campaigns, including energy-saving activities, supplier take-back schemes and waste minimisation programmes. Youll work with laboratory teams to increase participation and support safe, compliant and sustainable waste practices.

The role will also involve coordinating activities, collecting and reporting data and creating clear, engaging communications and guidance.

This is a varied and collaborative role for someone who can turn sustainability goals into practical improvements across laboratory and research environments.

This is a full-time post (35 hours per week) offered on an indefinite contract.