The Grantham Institute offers an in person undergraduate I-Explore module called Climate Change – Science and Solutions, led by Prof Joeri Rogelj and Prof Paulo Ceppi.
We are looking for a PhD student to run and facilitate some classes in Autumn term on South Ken campus, Mondays from 4-6pm, likely on the 3rd, 10th, 17th of November.
There will be no traditional lecturing, as students will learn the material online, then come to class and give a presentation on the topics. The main tasks we will be to
- provide feedback to presenting group on topic
- steer discussion
- facilitate group work
- answer questions.
These are the sessions we are looking to cover.
Week 5 – How to halt climate change and anthropogenic GG emissions. Which sector contributes the most, climate budgets, global pathways.
Week 6 – Decarbonising by sector. Energy, Industry and the Built Environment
Week 7 – Decarbonising Transport. Sectoral interlinkages, CSS and BECCS.
Week 8 – Scenarios, assumptions, carbon calculator.
We are looking for PhDs who can teach for more than one session. If you are interested, please send a cover letter with your relevant teaching experience, knowledge of area, and confirmation of availability by Friday 5 September to v.halling@imperial.ac.uk. Shortlisted candidates will then have a brief interview.
You will be paid at £26.35 per hour.