Postdoctoral Researcher in Environmental Economics
6 days ago
The Department of Environmental Science (ENVS) at Aarhus University, Roskilde, Denmark invites applications for a position as Post Doc in Applied Microeconomics, focusing on pressing environmental and developmental issues facing African cities, particularly in waste management and e-waste. The ideal candidate has a strong background in econometrics and applied microeconomics, alongside expertise in environmental and development economics. The position is for two years, starting 15 April, 2025. The physical workplace will be at the Aarhus University Risø campus in Roskilde (35 km West of Copenhagen).
Expected start date and duration of employmentThe position is from 15 April 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter. The position is for 2 years.
The appointed researcher will contribute to a project examining the environmental impacts and developmental challenges related to e-waste in African urban settings. The research will employ advanced econometric methods to analyze survey data and satellite images, generating insights into waste management practices, policy effectiveness, and the broader institutional and developmental implications of e-waste.
The candidate is expected to contribute to this project, including:
- Conduct econometric analysis on e-waste and waste management in African cities.
- Work with satellite imagery and survey data specific to African contexts.
- Collaborate on disciplinary and interdisciplinary research addressing both environmental and economic aspects of development in urban Africa.
- Contribute to publications and presentations that will reach academic and policy-oriented audiences.
- Communicate findings to local stakeholders in relevant African countries.
The ideal candidate holds a PhD degree in Economics (completed or near completion) specializing in Applied Microeconomics, Environmental Economics, or Development Economics, or similar.
Moreover, the candidate has:
- Strong econometrics skills and experience with applied economic research.
- Proficiency in working with satellite images and survey data.
- Demonstrated interest in the developmental and institutional challenges facing African cities, particularly waste management issues.
- Proficiency in English, written and spoken.
- Excellent communication skills for both academic and policy audiences.
- Demonstrated ability to publish in international journals.
- Ability to develop and implement policy-oriented research ideas.
- Ability to cooperate with others in an international team.
- Ability to manage own research activities and meet deadlines.
The department offers:
- An exciting interdisciplinary and international environment with many national, international and industrial collaborators.
- A research climate encouraging lively, open and critical discussion within and across different fields of research.
- A work environment with close working relationships, networking and social activities.
- A workplace characterised by professionalism, equality and a healthy work-life balance.
The place of work is Department of Environmental Science, Frederiksborgvej 399, 4000 Roskilde, Denmark, and the area of employment is Aarhus University with related departments.
Contact informationFurther information may be obtained by contacting Professor Jessica Coria, email: , phone: +45 87 15 05 91.
DeadlineApplications must be received no later than Friday 17 January 2025.
Application procedureShortlisting is used. This means that after the deadline for applications, the head of department selects the candidates to be evaluated. All applicants will be notified whether or not their applications have been sent to an expert assessment committee for evaluation.
Letter of referenceIf you want a referee to upload a letter of reference on your behalf, please state the referee’s contact information when you submit your application. We strongly recommend that you make an agreement with the person in question before you enter the referee’s contact information.
The application must be in English and include a curriculum vitae, degree certificate, a complete list of publications, a statement of future research plans and information about research activities, teaching portfolio and verified information on previous teaching experience (if any).
Aarhus University’s ambition is to be an attractive and inspiring workplace for all and to foster a culture in which each individual has opportunities to thrive, achieve and develop. We view equality and diversity as assets, and we welcome all applicants.
The application must be submitted via Aarhus University’s recruitment system, which can be accessed under the job advertisement on Aarhus University's website.
Deadline: Friday 17 Jan 2025 at 23:59 CET #J-18808-Ljbffr-
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