University of Cambridge
Hatton Professorship of Sustainability

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Professorship of Sustainability
The Board of Electors to the Hatton Professorship of Sustainability invite applications for this Professorship from persons whose work falls within the general field of the Professorship (combining behavioural sciences and sustainability studies) to take up appointment on 1 July 2027 or as soon as possible thereafter.
Candidate Requirements
Candidates will have an outstanding research record of international stature in a relevant area of study (includes experimental psychology, social neuroscience, behavioural economics, consumer behaviour, political science, policy studies, and environmental social sciences, as well as allied disciplines).
The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to the applications of research to address real world sustainability problems, working in combination with governments, businesses and civil society partners to design and monitor the impacts of interventions. They will be solution orientated with a special focus on individual, corporate and collective action towards environmental sustainability. They will be expected to demonstrate the vision, leadership, experience and enthusiasm to build on current strengths in maintaining and developing a leading research presence. They will hold a PhD or equivalent postgraduate qualification.
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Further Information
Further information is available at: http://www.hr.admin.cam.ac.uk/professorships


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Application Details
Applications, consisting of a letter of application, a statement of current and future research plans, a curriculum vitae and a publications list, along with details of three referees should be made online no later than 5 October 2026.
Informal enquiries may be directed to Professor Bhaskar Vira (Convenor of Board of Electors): ProVCEducation@admin.cam.ac.uk
Please quote reference LA50727 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
Eligibility
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
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