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The CAST team at the 2026 Annual Assembly event at the University of Manchester.


Impact and Communications Associate (University of Bath)

  • Job type: Full-time, fixed-term until 2030
  • Location: University of Bath
  • Deadline: Tuesday, 29 September 2026
Role overview:

Are you passionate about turning research into real-world change?

The Centre for Climate Change and Social Transformations (CAST) is seeking an experienced and motivated Impact and Communications Associate to join us on a full time, fixed term basis to help shape climate policy and practice through world-leading social science research.

This is an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of research, policy, communications, and public engagement, ensuring that evidence and insights reach the people who can drive meaningful action on climate change.

As the Impact and Communications Associate, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring CAST’s world-leading climate research influences policy, practice and public debate.