.International Society For Industrial EcologyPosition: Postdoctoral Researcher in Input–Output Analysis and Ecological MacroeconomicsLocation: University of Barcelona, SpainSalary: 36,250 euros, gross per yearDeadline: 25 June 2024The University of Barcelona is looking for an outstanding postdoctoral researcher with expertise in input–output analysis to contribute to a new Horizon Europe research project entitled Models, Assessment, and Policies for Sustainability (MAPS).
This is a 2-year position based at the University of Barcelona, starting September 2024, with the possibility of an extension for an additional two years.Position Description:The postdoctoral researcher will conduct research to understand the resource use and labour requirements of achieving a good life for all people within planetary boundaries, and help develop a novel ecological macroeconomic model that includes a wide range of indicators of human well-being and environmental sustainability (such as those in the "Doughnut" of social and planetary boundaries).
The position will be based in the Faculty of Economics, at the University of Barcelona (Spain), under the supervision of Dr. Daniel O'Neill and Dr. Federico Demaria.Qualifications:Essential:A PhD in an area such as ecological economics, sustainability science, natural/social sciences, feminist economics, or a related field.
Completion of a PhD by the start date of the contract is a requirement for the position.A track record of relevant research publications in internationally recognised journals.Expertise in input–output analysis (in particular, environmentally-extended input–output analysis).Experience in computer programming (e.G., one or more languages such as Python, R, Julia, etc.
).Motivation and initiative to work both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.Excellent verbal and written communications skills.Excellent organisational and time management skills.Fluency in English.Desirable:Experience with ecological macroeconomic models or other computer simulation models of the economy.Expertise in additional quantitative research methods (e.G., system dynamics, machine learning, econometrics, advanced statistics, big data, material flows analysis, etc.
).Knowledge of post-growth research topics (e.G., human well-being, provisioning systems, gender studies, the Doughnut of social and planetary boundaries, etc.
).Proficiency in Spanish and/or Catalan.Note that we do not expect a single candidate to know all these areas.
We strongly value motivation for learning new skills.How to Apply:Please submit your CV, a 1-page cover letter, and a 1-page research proposal to Dr. Daniel O'Neill and Dr. Federico Demaria by 25 June, 23:59 CET.
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